Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has denied the existence of personal disagreements between him and Kenya's AUC chairperson candidate Raila Odinga.
Gachagua said past conflicts arose because Raila was pursuing the same position as his boss, President Ruto.
Gachagua and Raila have in the past had a strained relationship that saw the two exchange words.
But the DP on Tuesday emphasized the differences were based on political competition and not on a personal level.
He was speaking at State House during the launch of Raila’s candidacy for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission.
"Somebody may ask, why is Rigathi Gachagua who has before had issues with the leadership of Raila... As a truthful man, I had nothing against him; it's only that we were competing for the same position between him and my boss," Gachagua said amidst laughter from the crowd.
Gachagua said he endorses Raila for the position and is sure he will deliver as he is qualified.
"Today we are going to unveil the transformation of Raila Odinga from a national leader to an African statesman. And for us in leadership, we have learnt great lessons of resilience, endurance, and perseverance
"Now that he is going for a bigger sit in Africa, all of us, from the president, and the rest of Kenya are behind him," the DP said.
The DP assured Raila that he wished him well in the AUC bid.
"Honourable Raila, as a man who listens to the ground, let me confirm to you, that all Kenyans across the political divide, and communities are in support of your candidature and we wish you well."
