Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Faces Impeachment Amid Corruption Allegations
Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is currently under fire as lawmakers in Kenya have initiated impeachment proceedings against him. The accusations include enriching himself, inciting ethnic hatred, and undermining the government. Despite denying all charges, Gachagua finds himself in a precarious position as his political alliances have shifted.
Gachagua, a key supporter of President William Ruto, helped secure a significant number of votes from the central Kenya region during the 2022 election. However, he has since been sidelined, leading to rumors of a fallout with Ruto.
The impeachment proceedings, spearheaded by Ruto's coalition allies, have faced resistance from Gachagua. He has vowed to fight the charges and has refused to resign from his position.
The situation has sparked public outrage, with a majority of participants in a recent consultation supporting Gachagua's impeachment. If the national assembly votes by a two-thirds majority to impeach him, the senate will then be tasked with upholding the motion.
Gachagua's controversial remarks comparing the government to a company and suggesting preferential treatment for coalition supporters have further fueled the impeachment proceedings.
As the political drama unfolds in Kenya, the outcome of Gachagua's impeachment could have far-reaching implications for the country's leadership and stability. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.