In a historic move, the Kenyan Senate has impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The decision came after a vote held on Thursday evening, despite a plea from Gachagua’s lawyer, Paul Muite, to postpone the proceedings due to his client’s health condition. Muite informed the Senate that Gachagua had been hospitalized after falling seriously ill just hours before the vote.
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi announced that Gachagua had until 5:00 pm local time to appear in person. However, the Deputy President’s inability to attend due to his health led the lawmakers to proceed with the vote. Gachagua, aged 59, has now become the first deputy president in Kenya’s history to be impeached.
The Senate voted to uphold the first of 11 charges against Gachagua, with at least 53 senators supporting the motion. Ultimately, he was impeached on five specific counts, including charges related to shareholding, undermining the independence of judges, violating the National Cohesion and Integrity Act, committing crimes under the same act, and gross misconduct, particularly through public s on the national security intelligence service.
One of the key issues raised against Gachagua was his criticism in June of the head of the intelligence agency, whom he accused of failing to adequately inform President William Ruto and the government about the severity of mass protests over controversial tax increases. Gachagua’s actions were perceived as undermining the authority of the president, which formed a significant basis for the impeachment charges.
In the final vote, 281 members of parliament supported the motion for Gachagua’s removal, while 44 opposed it, and one MP abstained. This decisive outcome marks a significant chapter in Kenya’s political landscape, as the country navigates the fallout from the impeachment of its Deputy President.
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I think Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua deserved it. Lets see what ces this impeachment brings to Kenyan politics.
I think Rigathi Gachagua deserved it! Hes been shady for too long. About time the Senate took action.
You clearly have no idea what youre talking about. Educate yourself before making baseless accusations.
I dont understand why they impeached him. Maybe theres more to the story than we know. Lets dig deeper!
I cant believe they impeached him! Rigathi Gachagua was the best thing that ever happened to Kenya. Total injustice!
Impeachment was justified. Corruption must be held accountable, regardless of popularity. Kenya deserves better.
Wow, can you believe this drama in Kenyan politics? I think Gachagua deserved it. About time for some accountability!
You sound biased. Everyone deserves fair treatment, regardless of their past actions.
I think Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua deserved it! Lets see how this shakes up Kenyan politics. Exciting times ahead!
I cant believe they impeached him! Rigathi Gachagua was doing a great job. Politics is so messy. #TeamRigathi #KenyanPolitics
Impeachment was necessary. Rigathi Gachaguas actions were unacceptable. Accountability is key in politics. #KenyanPolitics
I dont agree with the Senate impeaching Gachagua. We need to hear both sides before passing judgment. #JusticeForGachagua
I cant believe they impeached him! Rigathi Gachagua was doing good work. Politics is such a mess.
I cant believe they actually impeached him! Do you think he deserved it or was it all just political drama?
I think the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is long overdue. About time they held our leaders accountable!
I cant believe they impeached him! Rigathi Gachagua was doing a great job. Politics is a crazy game.
Impeachment was necessary. Rigathi Gachaguas actions were questionable. Politics isnt for the faint-hearted.
I cant believe they impeached him! Rigathi Gachagua is innocent. This is just a political move. #JusticeForRigathi #KenyaSenate
This impeachment is a political move, not based on facts. Rigathi Gachagua deserves a fair trial. #JusticeForRigathi 🇰🇪🤔
Wow, the Kenyan Senate impeaching the Deputy President is a bold move. Wonder what sparked this decision? Politics always keeps us on our toes!
Its about time someone held them accountable for their actions. Transparency is key in politics.
I cant believe they impeached him! Rigathi Gachagua was doing a great job. This is just political drama.
I cant believe they impeached Rigathi! He was the only one keeping things in check. This is a total disaster!
Rigathis corruption needed to be addressed. Its not about keeping things in check.
I cant believe they impeached him! Rigathi Gachagua was doing great work. The Senate needs to reconsider this decision.
Wow, this impeachment is wild! Do you think Gachagua deserved it or was it a political move? Lets discuss!
I think its all a political circus! Rigathi Gachaguas impeachment seems fishy to me. What do you guys think?
Do you think the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will bring positive ce or just more political drama?
I cant believe the Kenyan Senate impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua! What a shocker. Wonder whats next?
Wow, what a bold move by the Kenyan Senate! Do you think this impeachment will bring positive ce or create more chaos?
I cant believe the Kenyan Senate impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua! Do you think this move will bring positive ce or chaos?
I cant believe they actually impeached him! What a political rollercoaster in Kenya. Wonder whats next.
Wow, can you believe the Kenyan Senate impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua? What a wild turn of events, right?
Wow, the Kenyan Senate impeaching the Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is quite a bold move. What do you think about this decision?
I cant believe they finally impeached him! Do you think this will bring positive ce or just more chaos?