Impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s allegations of assassination attempts and threats to his life have ignited unsettling comparisons to the tumultuous histories of his predecessors most recent being his boss President William Ruto.

Gachagua, often referred to as Riggy G, believes that his safety is compromised due to actions within the government—a sentiment that resonates with fears expressed by Ruto only 24 months ago when he made a claim about his children being targeted by the Uhuru administration.

Other vice presidents such as the late George Saitoti, came close to losing their lives following a poisoning incident at a members club.