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“He is Exceptional”-Dorcas Rigathi Praises DP Rigathi Gachagua

During an event where Kenya’s Special Olympic team was being honored for their achievements in Berlin, Second Lady Dorcas Rigathi expressed her admiration for her husband, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. She defended him against critics and praised him for being a good partner and father, as well as an exceptional leader. Dorcas emphasized that Gachagua’s support had been instrumental in her own success and pursuit of her dreams.

Despite his busy schedule, Gachagua made time to attend the ceremony and presented a generous gift of 3 million Kenyan shillings to the Special Olympic team. He commended their outstanding performance in the games, where Team Kenya secured 15 gold medals, four silver medals, and six bronze medals.

Gachagua announced that the government would reward each gold medalist with 750,000 Kenyan shillings, while silver medalists would receive 100,000 Kenyan shillings. His gesture demonstrated his appreciation for the team’s dedication and commitment.

The Second Lady’s remarks showcased her admiration and gratitude towards her husband, highlighting his qualities as a supportive spouse and a compassionate leader. Gachagua’s presence at the event and his financial contribution further exemplified his commitment to recognizing and celebrating the achievements of Kenyan athletes.

This paraphrased version maintains the key points of the original article, expressing the sentiments shared by Dorcas Rigathi about her husband’s qualities and their support for the Special Olympic team.

Risper Muthoni

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