Mwengi Mutuse Stories

The rise and fall of Kenya’s second deputy president Rigathi Gachagua
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 18, 2024

Barely six months into his term as deputy president, Gachagua declared himself the guardian of the State House. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Full List: How MPs voted to impeach Deputy President Gachagua
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 08, 2024

According to the results, the required majority was achieved, prompting Speaker Wetang’ula to commit to the next steps.

Nyali MP Mohammed Ali denounces Gachagua impeachment, terms it a malicious move
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 01, 2024

Mutuse, who drafted the motion, has accused Gachagua of 11 charges, including gross violations of the Constitution, misconduct, and breaches of the An...

Full list of 291 MPs supporting motion to oust DP Gachagua
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 01, 2024

Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, who tabled the motion, listed 11 reasons for Gachagua’s removal.

11 reasons why Deputy President Gachagua should 'go home' - Kibwezi West MP
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 01, 2024

The motion for impeachment includes allegations of gross misconduct and insubordination, with Mutuse stating that Gachagua has “insubordinated the pre...

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