Vocal Gachagua Ally Goes Into Hiding To Evade Arrest

A vocal politician from a populous region of Kenya has reportedly gone underground after the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua. The MP, who was among Riggy G’s close allies, fears arrest.

Reports indicate he is targeted for a criminal case involving land. Following the removal of his political godfather, he now feels exposed.

Insiders say the MP feigned sickness and left the country on Friday morning last week. It is not clear when he will be back. However, those close to him claimed he would be away for several days.

In other news, a former lawmaker with vast business interests in the hospitality industry faces an uphill task of paying pending debts.

The troubled man runs a chain of hotels in the Central region and could see his properties auctioned. Creditors have already moved to court seeking orders to sell some of the properties owned by the millionaire. This is to recover some Sh200 million they are owed.

The politician failed to honour a deal brokered by mediators. He had agreed to pay the money in four tranches within a year. However, while the negotiations were done last year, the creditors have not received a cent from the politician.

In other related corruption news;

Authorities are also investigating the circumstances under which a firm that was knocked out at the technical evaluation stage was awarded the contract.

A visit to the firm by the tender committee found the company did not meet the specifications. The findings were documented and annexed to the committee’s report.

However, a powerful ex-CS related to the CEO of the state agency reportedly used his influence. He apparently had the award reviewed and the qualified bidder dropped in favour of his firm.

The matter has been forwarded to the relevant agencies for investigation. There is pressure to have those who colluded in the deal face the law.

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