Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has finally broken his silence moments after his predecessor Kithure Kindiki was sworn in.

Gachagua through a statement shared via his official X account on Friday, November 1, 2024, stated that he was happy to be back at his rural home.

The ousted DP shared a photo he had posted with his family, stating that he would remain forever grateful to God, for giving him a loving and supportive family.

Gachagua had posed for the photo together with his wife Dorcas Gachagua and his two sons.

“Home Sweet Home! Thanking God for the gift of my family. The smell of fresh grass, sounds of chirping birds is what a happy family needs. I will remain forever grateful to God, for giving me a loving and supportive family. We are happy to be home, where I was born and brought up! I can’t wait for the morning to take my walk in Hombe Forest, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Mt Kenya as I thank God for His kindness. God Bless Kenya,” Gachagua said.

Kindiki took his oath of office to be Kenya’s new Deputy President on November 1, 2024.

The former Interior Cabinet Secretary has been sworn in at an event that was held at KICC on Friday, November 1, 2024.

Kindiki first took his oath of affirmation of due execution of office for the Deputy President.

“I, Kithure Kindiki, in full realisation of the high calling I assume as Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya, do swear that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to the Republic of Kenya; that I will obey, preserve, protect, and defend this Constitution of Kenya, as by law established, and all other laws of the Republic; and that I will protect and uphold the sovereignty, integrity, and dignity of the people of Kenya, so help me, God,” Kindiki affirmed.