Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua recently faced impeachment following several controversies.
The National Assembly debated an impeachment motion introduced by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, which raised multiple allegations against Gachagua.
These included claims of improper conduct, wealth accumulation, and demeaning the authority of Parliament.
Gachagua defended himself in the National Assembly, apologizing for comments he made in a media interview that many lawmakers found contemptuous, and tried to justify his actions by pointing to similar conduct by President Ruto.
One of the most controversial claims involved Gachagua allegedly coercing the sale of properties from his late brother’s estate.
He denied these accusations, arguing that the properties in question were part of a will, and he was merely an executor, not the owner.
Additionally, MPs questioned how his sons, reportedly in their early 30s, were able to secure a Sh600 million loan, a situation that fueled suspicions of corruption.
Despite his defense, the Senate upheld the National Assembly’s resolution, ratifying some of the charges against him.
However, Gachagua’s impeachment is currently on hold after the High Court issued an injunction, suspending the process until a full hearing can take place.
His legal team, led by prominent lawyer Paul Muite, argued that the impeachment process violated his constitutional rights, including his right to a fair hearing.
This case has sparked significant political debate in Kenya, as Gachagua’s impeachment comes just two years into his term, marking a turbulent period in the country’s political landscape.
The final decision is pending further legal proceedings.
