Murang’a Women Representative Betty Maina has criticised Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro over his decision to launch a new political party, accusing him of undermining former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua while presenting himself as his political ally.
Maina claimed Nyoro was among politicians who, through his allies, began questioning Gachagua’s suitability to serve as Deputy President in 2027.
According to her, the criticism forced Gachagua to mount a political defence that eventually brought him into conflict with the administration he was serving.
She further accused Nyoro of failing to take a public position during Gachagua’s impeachment, arguing that the Kiharu MP did not protest the removal of his former political ally.
“When Rigathi was being impeached, Ndindi didn't caution anybody; he just kept quiet because he was okay with any outcome,” Maina said.
She also pointed out that Nyoro continued serving as chairperson of the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee during the period, only leaving the influential position after he was removed.
Maina said Gachagua had played a significant role in consolidating the Mount Kenya political base and establishing the Democratic Congress Party (DCP), which he has positioned as a vehicle for the region's political interests.
She challenged Nyoro to support Gachagua's political efforts if he genuinely considers the former Deputy President his “big brother”, instead of establishing a separate political outfit.
“If he is genuine, why not join his so-called ‘Big brother’ and help strengthen the party?” Maina posed.
The legislator further questioned why Nyoro would establish a separate political platform when he previously worked alongside President William Ruto and Gachagua within the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
She argued that Nyoro could instead join DCP, noting that Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata and several elected leaders from the county are associated with the party.
Maina's remarks come amid renewed political realignments ahead of the 2027 General Election, with leaders in the Mount Kenya region exploring different political vehicles and alliances.
She accused Nyoro of attempting to use his relationship with Gachagua to market his new party while potentially fragmenting the region's political base.
“It is better to have an open enemy than a fake friend,” Maina said, accusing Nyoro of political hypocrisy.