In Mathira, a political storm is brewing as residents move to collect signatures to recall their MP, Eric Wamumbi, after he supported the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
This bold action reflects deep divisions within the Mount Kenya political landscape, especially among MPs who voted to remove Gachagua.
The Mathira community, which has historically supported Gachagua, feels that Wamumbi’s vote against him is a betrayal, leading to widespread frustration and calls for his ouster.
The fallout with Gachagua has seen several MPs facing backlash from their constituencies. In Mathira, where Gachagua has a strong base, residents are particularly vocal, accusing Wamumbi of disregarding their interests by aligning with those who oppose Gachagua.
Many argue that the move to impeach the Deputy President only amplifies internal party conflicts and damages the region’s unity and influence in national politics.
Gachagua’s supporters believe that his impeachment threatens the region’s role in the government, which was hard-won after his 2022 election.
Elsewhere in Mount Kenya, some MPs are reconsidering their stance on the impeachment after backlash from voters.
Leaders like Nyeri MP Rahab Mukami have withdrawn their support for the impeachment, emphasizing the need for dialogue between Gachagua and President Ruto.
They argue that Mount Kenya’s interests are better served through unity and political cooperation.
However, MPs who continue to support the impeachment face mounting pressure from their communities, signaling the broader impact of the impeachment on regional politics.
BREAKING NEWS: Mathira residents, the home of FORMER Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have started collecting signatures to recall their MP Eric Wamumbi for supporting Gachagua's impeachment. Mount Kenya MPs who voted to impeach Gachagua are in hot souppic.twitter.com/6NFdzg9kTT
— Kavuli M. Bernard (@BernardKavuli) November 13, 2024
