Kenya’s National Assembly has voted in favor of removing Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from office following a vote in which 281 out of 325 MPs endorsed his dismissal.
The motion, driven by serious accusations of personal enrichment and inciting ethnic tensions, marks a significant political moment in the country’s governance.
Gachagua now faces the possibility of becoming the first Deputy President in Kenya’s history to be ousted from office. His removal has been prompted by allegations that he abused his position for financial gain and promoted ethnic divisions in his political rhetoric.
During a tense 12-hour parliamentary session, Gachagua, who presented a 500-page report in his defense, appeared before the Cabinet and strongly denied all accusations. He claimed that the charges were part of a coordinated smear campaign to tarnish his reputation. Despite his efforts to defend himself, a majority of Members of Parliament were not convinced, leading them to vote overwhelmingly for his removal.
With this vote completed, the next step is for the Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetangula, to formally notify the Speaker of the Senate, Amason Kingi. Wetangula has two days to communicate this decision, after which Kingi will be required to convene a Senate session within seven days to address the motion. The Senate will then form a Special Committee composed of 11 members to investigate the allegations within a week.
The Special Committee will conduct a thorough investigation, during which Gachagua will be invited to appear in person or be represented. The findings of the committee are expected to be reported to the Senate within 10 days.
According to Article 145 of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution, if the charges against Gachagua are proven by the Special Committee, the Senate will vote on each count of impeachment.
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For Gachagua to be officially removed from office, at least two-thirds of the Senate members must vote in support of any of the charges. Should the Senate approve the charges, Gachagua will be required to step down and will face legal prosecution.
This development marks a pivotal moment in Kenya’s political landscape, with widespread attention now shifting to the Senate’s upcoming investigation and final decision. If the impeachment is upheld, it will not only set a new precedent in Kenya’s leadership history but will also serve as a defining chapter in Gachagua’s political career.
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