Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed recent impeachment claims allegedly spearheaded by political opponents as unfounded and lacking in support.
In an interview with Agikuyu vernacular media stations on Sunday, Gachagua downplayed the allegations, stating he was not concerned about the potential threat.
“I have heard the rumors about impeachment, but I’m not worried,” Gachagua said.
“If speaking out for my people is what leads to my impeachment, then I’m ready to go home. I’m still young.”
Gachagua addressed speculation linking the entry of ODM leader Raila Odinga and his allies into the Kenya Kwanza government to the impeachment movement.
He suggested that some believe Odinga’s involvement might have shifted the balance of power, potentially providing the numbers needed to oust him.
However, Gachagua emphasized that President William Ruto assured him that Odinga’s inclusion was intended to stabilize the country, not to remove him from office.
“The President did not tell me that Raila’s inclusion was to get rid of me. He said they were coming to help,” Gachagua asserted. “So, I’m not taking the impeachment rumors seriously.”
Addressing claims that MPs from the Mt Kenya region are behind the impeachment efforts, Gachagua expressed surprise and confusion.
He questioned why leaders from his own region would seek his removal when he has been advocating for their interests.
“If it’s our Mt Kenya people behind this motion, I would be very surprised,” he said.
“I don’t understand why they would have an issue with me, as I’ve been speaking up for the needs of our region.”
Gachagua challenged any such motion to seek signatures from the public rather than solely from MPs, asserting that his support comes from the people of Mt Kenya, not just elected officials.
