Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is no longer just throwing political punches—he’s serving viral catchphrases on the side, and Kenyans can’t get enough of Riggy G.
Fresh off the flames of “Wantam”, his now-iconic campaign to make President Ruto a one-term president—Gachagua has once again graced us with a new crowd favorite: “Hi Cousins!” And just like that, Kenya has entered a new meme era.
Since his impeachment on October 17, 2024, Gachagua has gone full throttle on opposition mode, spitting political fire with the conviction of a man who’s had enough of being polite.
Now, he’s not only Ruto’s most vocal critic, but also the accidental social media king. We’re talking memes, reels, captions—even TikToks, all thanks to this walking headline machine.
During a fiery tour in Ukambani, where he linked up with Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Gachagua decided it was time to formalize a political marriage between the Kamba and Mt. Kenya communities.
“Sisi ni macousin. Ukweli ama uongo? Hi cousins! Hi cousins! Hi cousins! Cousins wapendane wasipendane? Cousins watafute serikali pamoja wasitafute?”– Riggy G, straight from the podium to your timeline.
The phrase “Hi Cousins!” instantly exploded online. Kenyans flooded the internet with posts, parodies, and perfectly timed reactions.
Even users who don’t know who their real cousins are were suddenly saying “Hi Cousins” to everyone-including exes and enemies.
And just like that, Gachagua has done what no strategist could-he made politics feel like a comedy show, a family gathering, and a rebellion all in one.
While critics debate whether his opposition is louder or smarter than Raila’s, one thing is clear: Gachagua’s meme game is unmatched. His resistance may be political, but his phrases are cultural earthquakes.
So buckle up, Kenya. Whether you love him, hate him, or just want to steal his next caption—Riggy G is not going anywhere. And apparently, neither are your cousins.
