The outspoken CS did not hold back, responding to recent remarks attributed to Gachagua, which appeared to criticize government agencies and senior leadership.
“Addressing the matter publicly, Duale escalated his warning, stating: “I warned Riggy G to threaten someone else, not me. If he attacks SHA, I will hit back three times harder, if he attacks William Ruto, I will hit back ten times harder - CS Duale””
The remarks have intensified political debate, with allies and critics interpreting them as a sign of widening divisions ahead of future political alignments.
Dualle, a key figure in government, has recently taken a more confrontational tone in response to growing criticism from former allies.
Rigathi Gachagua, who has been critical of certain state policies since leaving office, has not yet responded to the latest remarks.
Observers say the exchange reflects increasing political friction within the Kenya Kwanza alliance, as leaders position themselves ahead of the next election cycle.
Analysts warn that such public exchanges could deepen internal rifts if not carefully managed, especially amid economic pressures and governance challenges facing the administration.
For now, attention remains on whether the political temperature will ease or escalate further in the coming days.
The controversy also brings renewed scrutiny to the Social Health Authority (SHA) rollout, which has faced both support and criticism across the political spectrum.
Political commentators say the latest confrontation underscores the fragility of alliances within Kenya’s ruling establishment, where internal disagreements are increasingly spilling into the public domain.
Both camps are expected to issue further clarifications as pressure mounts over unity and discipline in government ranks.
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