Former President Uhuru Kenyatta fired at former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, warning him against allowing bitterness to influence his leadership roles.

Amidst reports that Gachagua is plotting to run for president in 2027, Uhuru, who spoke on Friday afternoon, September 26 during the Jubilee party’s National Delegates Conference in Nairobi, warned that such leadership only brings doom instead of success.

“I have both lost elections and won elections, taking each in my stride, learning that in politics, you can never be led by bitterness, anger or hate.

“That only deviates you from your mission and vision. Those who want to continue with insults, that is their problem,” he addressed.

Uhuru was reflecting on his four-decade-long journey in politics, describing it as a path filled with both triumphs and challenges.

In his reflections, the former Head of State urged current and upcoming leaders to learn from his experience by steering clear of bitterness, anger, and hatred, warning that such emotions only derail progress and cloud judgment.

He emphasized that true leadership requires a steady focus on one’s mission and vision, no matter the political storms or personal attacks faced along the way. According to him, consistency, resilience, and a commitment to serving the people should remain at the heart of leadership, rather than personal grudges or the pursuit of revenge.

His remarks come as both a personal lesson from his years in power and a guiding message to leaders navigating Kenya’s ever-intense political landscape.