Impeachment Motion Against Gachagua Heats Up: High Stakes Debate in Parliament
The National Assembly is in the middle of intense deliberations over the impeachment motion filed against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The motion, tabled by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, accuses Gachagua of a series of constitutional violations, including inciting ethnic divisions, undermining the presidency, and influencing county governance. The debate started early today, with MPs going through 11 charges backed by video evidence of Gachagua’s remarks. One of the most controversial statements attributed to the DP is his February 2023 comment that likened Kenya to “a company,” suggesting that some citizens are “majority shareholders” while others are left out. Mutuse argued that such remarks promote ethnic division, a risk Kenya cannot afford.
The motion garnered widespread support, with 291 MPs signing in favor of its discussion—far exceeding the 117 signatures needed to introduce it. Mutuse presented further evidence, including allegations of Gachagua’s involvement in controversial demolitions in Mavoko and meddling in the Nairobi County government. In response, Gachagua rejected the charges, branding them as politically motivated. “I was elected by 7.2 million Kenyans. How dare you suggest I resign without public participation?” he told journalists, reaffirming his stance that he has done nothing wrong and promising to fight the impeachment until the end【9†source】【10†source】.
Moses said, “This is a pivotal moment for Kenyan politics. If the motion succeeds, it could shift the dynamics of power significantly.” He expressed interest in how such events reflect the fragility of leadership and the importance of accountability in governance, noting that the case could set a precedent for future political actions in Kenya.
Impeachment Motion Against Gachagua Heats Up: High Stakes Debate in Parliament