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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has confirmed that the estate of his late brother, Nderitu Gachagua, was distributed according to his will. He emphasized that any disputes regarding the inheritance should be resolved through legal channels, as the court has already adopted the will and approved the executors to manage the estate. The family of the late Nderitu has since appealed for state
Africa-Press – Kenya. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has addressed a family succession matter concerning the estate of his late brother, Nderitu Gachagua, saying the process was implemented according to the deceased’s will.
Speaking in an interview, Gachagua emphasised that succession matters fall under the jurisdiction of the courts, noting that any concerns about inheritance should be addressed through legal channels.
“The law of succession is handled by courts of law. If anybody is dissatisfied with what is happening in a succession implementation, you go to court,” he said.
He explained that the dispute relates to the estate of his late brother, who passed away in 2017 and left a detailed will specifying how his wealth was to be distributed.
According to Gachagua, the will clearly identified beneficiaries and their respective shares, ensuring that all individuals connected to the deceased were considered.
He said the estate was to be distributed among 21 beneficiaries. The will directed that all properties be sold, debts settled, and the remaining proceeds shared according to specified percentages.
“Some were getting 10 per cent, others 5 per cent, others 2 per cent or 3 per cent, all clearly indicated in the will,” he said.
According to Gachagua, three executors were appointed to oversee the process, including the deceased’s lawyer, a long-time friend, and a family member, with instructions to implement the will as written.
Gachagua said that after the will was read, all beneficiaries confirmed their agreement to its contents.
“The court adopted the will and allowed the executors to go ahead and execute it in accordance with the wishes of the deceased person,” he said.
He added that the process was completed about eight years ago, with properties sold, debts settled, and proceeds distributed directly to beneficiaries’ accounts as per the will.
Gachagua maintained that the succession process was lawful and transparent, stressing that disputes should be addressed through proper legal mechanisms.
He urged that any concerns related to inheritance be resolved through courts rather than public or political platforms.
Meanwhile, the family of the late James Nderitu Gachagua has appealed to the State to intervene over the administration of his estate.
In a media statement dated Friday, March 27, 2026, the immediate family said they had been forced to go public after efforts to resolve the matter privately failed.
“After careful and thoughtful consideration, we, the family of the late Hon. James Nderitu Gachagua, have made the very difficult decision to go public on matters concerning our rightful inheritance,” the statement reads.
The estate of Nderitu Gachagua, who passed away in 2017, has been a subject of legal and familial discussions regarding its succession. Rigathi Gachagua, the former Deputy President, has stated that the distribution of the estate was conducted in accordance with the deceased’s will, which outlined specific shares for 21 beneficiaries. The process, overseen by appointed executors, was completed about eight years ago, but recent appeals from family members indicate ongoing disputes regarding the estate’s administration.
