Wamumbi to Accompany Nderitu Gachagua Family to State House Amid Ongoing Inheritance Dispute

Eric Wamumbi has announced that he will accompany members of the family of the late Nderitu Gachagua to State House this week following an escalating dispute over inheritance matters.

Family seeks intervention

Wamumbi said the family reached out to him for assistance after their concerns became public. He added that he had already consulted President William Ruto, who approved a meeting with the family, noting that they deserve to be heard.

“They have asked me to facilitate a meeting at State House, and I will accompany them,” Wamumbi said.

Denies interference claims

The MP dismissed allegations by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that he had interfered in the family affairs.

“I had not met them before. It is only after you mentioned me that they reached out,” he stated, adding that as the area MP, he has a responsibility to support constituents in sensitive matters such as land and burial disputes.

Meeting to be transparent

Wamumbi emphasized that the planned State House engagement will be conducted openly during the day, dismissing claims of secret dealings.

“They have shared documents showing the challenges they have faced. It is clear the family has gone through a painful period,” he added.

Gachagua defends succession process

On his part, Rigathi Gachagua maintained that the succession of his late brother’s estate is being handled legally and is guided by a valid will.

He said the estate distribution process involves 21 beneficiaries and is being overseen by appointed executors. According to him, any disputes should be settled through the courts.

“The law of succession is handled by courts. If anyone is dissatisfied, they should seek legal redress,” he said.

Estate dispute continues

The dispute relates to the estate of Nderitu Gachagua, who passed away in 2017. The matter has drawn public attention due to disagreements among beneficiaries over the implementation of the will.

President William Ruto has also previously pledged that justice will be upheld as the matter continues to be addressed, with the case remaining one of the most closely watched succession disputes in recent years.