Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has put his faith in the Judiciary, urging a fair and impartial process as he confronts serious allegations.
Speaking during a church service in Embu on Sunday, Gachagua expressed confidence that the matter would be judiciously handled under the scrutiny of Chief Justice Martha Koome and her team.
Gachagua emphasized the importance of respecting the “will of the people,” asserting that any plans for his ouster should reflect the sentiments of Kenyan voters.
“Our Judiciary is very professional, and I have no doubt that our eminent judges will protect and uphold the constitution,” he stated, calling for calm amidst the political storm surrounding him.
Meanwhile, President William Ruto has once again steered clear of the impeachment drama surrounding his deputy.
Six days after the National Assembly passed the motion for Gachagua’s impeachment, Ruto has remained silent on the matter, further fueling speculation about the state of their relationship. Strikingly, the two leaders have not held any joint functions in recent weeks, which is uncharacteristic given their past camaraderie.
The High Court recently transferred the petition challenging his impeachment to Chief Justice Koome, who is set to empanel a three-judge bench to assess the case, which is viewed as a matter of significant public interest.
High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi noted the case’s constitutional weight, highlighting the need for deeper scrutiny of the impeachment procedures that led to the Deputy President’s current predicament.
The motion for Gachagua’s impeachment was formally introduced in Parliament on October 1, amid growing tensions in the political landscape, notably a strained relationship with President William Ruto.
The parliamentary vote saw 281 members in favor of the ouster, with only 44 opposing, raising questions about the political dynamics within Ruto’s administration.
