The Kenyan Senate session was suspended after Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua fell ill during proceedings.
This critical session was convened to address the charges brought against Gachagua following his impeachment by the National Assembly, where 281 MPs voted in favor of his removal from office.
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi announced that the session would resume later in the day, as the timeline for handling the case is tightly bound by legal requirements.
Gachagua was expected to take the witness stand to defend himself against the allegations.
The impeachment charges against Gachagua revolve around claims of misconduct, including allegations that he influenced the award of a Ksh 3.7 billion malaria nets tender and interfered with Cabinet decisions.
Key witnesses, including Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and former Kemsa CEO Andrew Mulwa, are expected to provide testimony to support these charges.
Gachagua, however, denies these accusations, maintaining that his actions were in line with protecting the rights of citizens and that he did not overstep his role.
As the session moves forward, Gachagua’s legal team, led by Senior Counsel Paul Muite, is prepared to present evidence and witnesses to counter the accusations.
Despite the adjournment due to Gachagua’s health, the Senate is expected to continue its proceedings later in the day, adhering to the legal timeline.
The outcome of this high-profile case could have significant political repercussions in Kenya, as the Senate debates the fate of the Deputy President.
