Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua revealed his connection to Maasai

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua revealed that his Maasai name is Ole Kazi. He said that his mother is from Kajiado County, and that his Kikuyu name, Rigathi, was derived from Ole Kazi. He also said that the youth have given him the nickname “Riggy G.”

Gachagua made the revelation on Sunday during a service at Ildamat Stadium in Kajiado Central. He said that he adopted the nickname “Riggy G” because it was easier for people to pronounce than his Maasai name, Ole Kazi. He also said that he thought the nickname sounded “melodious.”

Gachagua is the ninth child of Nderi Gachagua Wangombe and Martha Kirigo. He is a member of the Kikuyu ethnic group, but his mother is from the Maasai ethnic group. This is why he has both a Kikuyu name and a Maasai name.

The nickname “Riggy G” was first given to Gachagua by Ivy Chelimo, a social media user. Chelimo said that she thought the nickname sounded “cool” and “trendy.” Gachagua has since adopted the nickname, and it is now widely used to refer to him.

Gachagua’s revelation about his Maasai name has sparked a debate on social media. Some people have praised him for embracing his Maasai heritage, while others have criticized him for using a nickname that they think is “unserious.”

Regardless of the reaction, Gachagua’s revelation has helped to raise awareness of the Maasai people and their culture. It is a reminder that Kenya is a diverse country with a rich history and culture.