Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Stories

Gachagua allies demand probe into Limuru chaos, accuse police of abducting ex-MP Mwathi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 29, 2024

Thang'wa stated that Mwathi was taken away by men in Subaru vehicles, and he accused the DCI of refusing to provide information on the former MP's whe...

Gachagua criticises high taxation, urges President Ruto to rethink housing program
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 20, 2024

Gachagua, while reflecting on the role of the Deputy President as outlined in the 2010 Constitution, stated that his position allows him to speak cand...

The five charges that felled Gachagua after 766 days as deputy president
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 18, 2024

Senate’s decision came after a heated debate, despite the defence team's plea for more time, citing Gachagua's illness.

Kingi swiftly gazettes Gachagua's removal after senators impeach him
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 18, 2024

Gachagua, currently admitted to the Karen Hospital, was ousted after senators voted in favour of five of the 11 grounds for his removal.

Senate adjourns for two hours to allow lawyers trace Gachagua in hospital
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 17, 2024

Gachagua is being accused of multiple violations of the Constitution and laws governing the conduct of a public officer.

Mutuse: I'm not required to prove my case beyond reasonable doubt
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 17, 2024

The MP said it was suspicious that Gachagua's sons were directors of the Vipingo Beach Resort, which is allegedly owned by the late Nderitu Gachagua.

Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu speaks on DP Gachagua's impeachment
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 17, 2024

She emphasised that the ongoing impeachment hearing is a structured application of Kenya's Constitution and not an arbitrary action.

Nominated senators under pressure ahead of vote on Gachagua’s impeachment
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 17, 2024

Given the voting patterns observed in the National Assembly, a similar trend is likely to manifest in the Senate.

CJ Koome to form bench to hear DP Gachagua's impeachment petitions
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 11, 2024

Mugambi said some of the concerns raised and canvassed by the advocates include the constitutionality of the standing orders of both the National Asse...

Gachagua granted four hours to defend self against impeachment in Senate
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 10, 2024

Should Gachagua be impeached, Article 149 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 mandates that the President nominate a replacement within 14 days.

Petition filed to block swearing-in of new DP if Senate upholds Gachagua impeachment
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 10, 2024

He further proposed that the President of Kenya file an affidavit stating whether he has any complaint against Gachagua, and that the petition be subj...

High Court to rule on Gachagua plea for bench to hear impeachment petitions
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 09, 2024

Muite said the impeachment of a deputy president and the president cannot be equated with that of a governor or deputy governor.

DP Gachagua's remaining options after MPs impeachment vote
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 08, 2024

Gachagua can still appeal the decision in court if the Senate upholds the National Assembly’s vote.

DP Rigathi Gachagua impeached as 281 MPs vote in favour of special motion
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 08, 2024

Despite Gachagua's defence before Parliament, members argued that he failed to present sufficient evidence to justify staying in office.

Report: Public participation reveals strong support for Gachagua's ouster
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 08, 2024

The deputy president is Tuesday afternoon set to defend himself in the House against 11 charges.

Kamukunji residents shun public participation on motion to impeach DP Gachagua
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 05, 2024

As the court issued the order, Gachagua contested the exercise terming it "grossly insufficient to facilitate any meaningful public participation."

Gachagua's impeachment: Tension, protests mar public participation exercises countrywide
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 04, 2024

The High Court ordered a second round of public participation to ensure that all Kenyans could voice their opinions on the impeachment motion.

Court declines to stop Gachagua's impeachment, outlines grounds for the exercise
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 04, 2024

But Justice Mwongo declined to grant conservatory orders to stop the notice of motion to debate the impeachment of the DP.

DP Gachagua rushes to court seeking to stop his planned impeachment
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 03, 2024

Gachagua says the planned public participation is a violation of various constitutional provisions.

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