Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse has officially tabled a motion seeking the removal of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from office. This significant motion has garnered support from 291 MPs, marking a rare moment in Kenyan political history.
A Call for Accountability
The motion was introduced in Parliament and read aloud by National Assembly Speaker Dr. Moses Wetangula. Following the reading, MP Mutuse was given the floor to elaborate on the criteria and rationale behind this unprecedented move. The MP passionately outlined eleven key reasons for the proposed removal, alleging that Gachagua has breached both national and international laws and constitutional provisions.
Support for the motion transcended political affiliations, with members from various parties uniting in a shared commitment to uphold constitutional accountability. They emphasized that the process of removing a Deputy President mirrors the legal pathways available for Governors, Cabinet Secretaries, and other public officials facing misconduct allegations.
Opposition from Murang’a MPs
While many have rallied behind Mutuse’s motion, dissent has emerged from MPs representing Murang’a County. During a recent press briefing, these MPs voiced their opposition, calling on President William Ruto to step in and resolve the situation internally within the UDA party. They accused ODM leader Raila Odinga of playing a role in the current crisis surrounding the Deputy President.
What’s Next?
As the political landscape shifts, all eyes are now on Speaker Moses Wetangula, who is expected to outline the next steps regarding the motion. He will provide guidance on how the motion will be debated in Parliament and detail the subsequent legal procedures that will follow its formal submission.
