Senate to Hear Impeachment Charges Against DP Gachagua Today
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi confirmed the receipt of impeachment documents regarding Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, awaiting a hearing in the Senate.
In a Gazette Notice issued on October 9, Kingi announced that the Senate would convene at 9:30 a.m. on the same day to address the charges related to Gachagua’s potential removal from office.
“According to Article 145 (3) (a) of the Constitution and Senate Standing Order 78 (1), I hereby appoint the sitting of the Senate on Wednesday, 9th October 2024, at 9:30 a.m. to hear the charges concerning the proposed impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua,” part of the notice read.
ALSO READ:
- Inside Job Exposed: Kenyan Prison Wardens Convicted for Orchestrating Daring Terrorist Escape
- Uganda Pulls the Plug: Nationwide Internet Blackout Ordered Days Before Crucial General Election
- African Elections Under the Spotlight as Zambia Turns to Kenya Ahead of 2026 Vote
- “Two Drug Barons in Cabinet?” Kenya Government Fires Back as Ex-Deputy President Sparks Explosive Drug Claims
- Kenyan Court Freezes Use of Private Lawyers by Government, Sparks Nationwide Legal Storm
This notice came after the National Assembly saw 281 MPs support the impeachment motion, surpassing the constitutional requirement of 233 votes.
During the session, the Senate will also determine whether the case will be heard by a committee or the plenary, as the Senate serves as the trial chamber.
Documents sent to the Senate by National Assembly Clerk Samuel Njoroge, as seen by Gossipa2z.com, included 26 copies of evidence supporting the impeachment motion against Gachagua.
“Enclosed is the message regarding the National Assembly’s resolution to approve a Special motion for the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua,” part of the document stated.
The submitted materials included Mwengi Mutuse’s Special motion notice and affidavit, electronic evidence on a flash drive, public perception reports, advertisements, and responses from Gachagua regarding the motion.
Senate to Hear Impeachment Charges Against DP Gachagua Today
