According to Thuku, if abductions carried out by state actors were the sole factor guiding his choice of a president, he would still choose to back Ruto over Gachagua.
He said that for every three cases of abduction attributed to the current government, a Gachagua administration would likely be responsible for five, making it three times more severe based on his own assessment.
Thuku's remarks reflect a broader skepticism toward Gachagua's political character, suggesting that despite his current positioning as a vocal critic of the Ruto administration's handling of dissent, his own approach to power could prove far harsher if he were to ascend to the presidency.
He framed this as a genuine concern rather than a dismissal of legitimate criticism directed at the current government.
The commentator maintained that his critique of abductions under the current administration remains valid and serious, but stressed that choosing an alternative leader solely based on opposition to abductions requires a closer examination of that leader's own temperament and track record.
He argued that Gachagua's political style suggests a greater willingness to use aggressive tactics against perceived enemies.
He framed this as a genuine concern rather than a dismissal of legitimate criticism directed at the current government.
The commentator maintained that his critique of abductions under the current administration remains valid and serious, but stressed that choosing an alternative leader solely based on opposition to abductions requires a closer examination of that leader's own temperament and track record.
He argued that Gachagua's political style suggests a greater willingness to use aggressive tactics against perceived enemies.
Thuku's remarks are likely to spark debate among his followers, particularly those who have rallied behind Gachagua as an alternative to Ruto ahead of the 2027 election, with many expected to push back against the comparison drawn between the two leaders' potential approaches to dissent and or repression.