Kenya: Duale Slams Gachagua's Presidential Debate Demand

Kenya: Duale Slams Gachagua's Presidential Debate Demand

Nairobi -- Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has dismissed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's call for a presidential debate, accusing him of living in political denial after losing his office.

Bullish GACHAGUA fires back at Health CS ADEN DUALE after he challenged him to a debate - “Laughable”

Thursday, February 12, 2026 - Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed Health Cabinet Secretary, Aden Duale’s call for a televised debate.In a statement on Thursday, February 12th, Gachagua brushed off the challenge, saying he cannot engage with “employees of President William Ruto.”He insisted that the only debate he will participate in is the presidential face-off with Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Elections.“I have heard an emp…