Gachagua Plans Symbolic Visit to Raila Odinga’s Farm with 72 Bulls, Amidst Uhuru’s Alleged Mediation
NAIROBI, Kenya – In a significant gesture aimed at reconciliation, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is reportedly set to visit the late Raila Odinga’s Opoda Farm in Bondo this weekend. The planned visit, which will include his wife, Pastor Dorcas, is said to feature a symbolic delegation of 72 grade bulls and a group of Kikuyu elders.
The move is widely interpreted as an act of cultural diplomacy intended to foster unity and heal long-standing political and ethnic divisions between the Kikuyu and Luo communities. The visit is expected to take place shortly after the burial of the veteran opposition leader, scheduled for October 19.
This initiative comes after Gachagua’s absence from the funeral and despite prior warnings from some ODM leaders against his entry into the region.
According to sources familiar with the matter, the unexpected dialogue was initiated by former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Observers view Kenyatta’s involvement as part of a broader, behind-the-scenes effort to mend the nation’s deep political rifts and promote national cohesion through traditional and symbolic exchanges.
However, the former president’s re-emergence into the political fray has not been welcomed by all. The move has reportedly drawn criticism from figures close to the current administration, including Faruk Kibet and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga. They have publicly castigated Uhuru for “meddling in politics” instead of enjoying a quiet retirement at his home in Ichaweri.
The planned visit has sparked a mix of reactions online, with many Kenyans expressing support for the reconciliation effort, while others remain skeptical, awaiting confirmation of the event’s details. The development signals a potentially pivotal moment in Kenya’s political landscape, as key figures engage in symbolic acts to bridge historical divides.
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