Former DP Gachagua cuts ties with UDA, citing broken promises, lost ideals

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has officially cut ties with the United Democratic Alliance, saying the ruling party no longer reflects the values he once stood for.

His decision, which he says takes effect immediately, was made public on Monday through a strongly worded statement.

Gachagua said his resignation is rooted in what he sees as a deep betrayal of the trust millions of Kenyans placed in the party during the last general election.

He explained that the ideals that once defined UDA have been abandoned, and what remains is a dangerous path that threatens the future of the country.

"By a copy of this letter, you are notified that I have officially resigned from the UDA Party with immediate effect. I have made this decision in knowledge of the ideals of the Party we believed in and so were millions of Kenyans, but now has turned out as the most dangerous political moment for the people and the Republic of Kenya in the retrogressive philosophy of an unfit class to govern our Nation," Gachagua said.

He added that the current leadership has failed to honour key commitments that were central to the party’s campaign message.

According to Gachagua, promises made to improve key sectors like agriculture, health, small businesses, housing, and the digital economy have not been kept.

"It is my patriotic duty as a Kenyan, believing in the rule of law and millions of others who do so, in the sanctity of our constitution and respecting our forefathers and freedom fighters in the cause for our great nation, that I tender my resignation from the party," he added.

Gachagua also criticised the party’s handling of what he called a "critical moment" for the country’s growth, saying the opportunity for progress has been wasted.

He argued that instead of delivering real development, the leadership has pushed the country backwards.

His announcement comes just months after his removal from office, following a Senate vote that upheld several charges against him.

The decision marks a major political shift for the former DP, who once held a top position in the very party he now walks away from.