The battle for political control of Mt Kenya intensified this weekend as President William Ruto and his impeached Deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, circled each other like wrestlers, each holding separate events in Meru.
The two political rivals took veiled jabs at each other during their respective functions, each declaring their affection for Meru and justifying their investments in the region.
Gachagua, who had been in Meru since Friday, criticized the President and his administration over their policies and leadership style, alleging he was targeted and forced out of office for purchasing a piece of land in the county.
He claimed that the President had built a luxury hotel in the area, which explained the construction of a tarmac road leading to the investment.
