Atwoli to Gachagua: Stop using my name to remain politically relevant

Collage of COTU SG Francis Atwoli and ex-DP Rigathi Gachagua COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has criticised former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after the former DP questioned his continued participation in national political discussions.

Gachagua, who was speaking during an interview while in the United States, questioned why media platforms continued to invite Atwoli for interviews, arguing that the veteran trade unionist should not be part of conversations on how to run the country.

"Sometimes these (TV) presenters really irritate Kenyans. Why would you want to call Atwoli to a studio and give him one hour? What can he tell Gen Zs? That is a fellow who should be near a fireplace with his great-grandchildren, telling them stories about ogres," he remarked.

"He should not be anywhere in the national conversation about how to run a country," the DCP leader added.