Rigathi Gachagua impeachment motion

Is Rigathi Gachagua Facing the Music, or Just Dancing? 🎶

Deputy President Gachagua is in hot water with a looming impeachment motion! What does it mean for Kenya's politics? 🤔

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua finds himself at the center of a political storm, with an impeachment motion looming ominously over his head. This unexpected shake-up began when lawmaker Mwengi Mutuse officially submitted a motion against Gachagua to the National Assembly, citing 11 grounds for impeachment, including accusations of gross violations of the constitution. Now, it seems the deputy president's support within the assembly may be thin as an Instagram influencer with a selfie stick — a staggering 291 MPs have thrown their weight behind the motion!

However, not all is lost for Gachagua; several MPs have publicly distanced themselves from the motion, reinforcing a divide among the ranks. One such MP, Mohamed Ali, made it clear with his declarations, "Let it be known that I did not sign the impeachment motion against deputy president Rigathi Gachagua." It appears being close to Gachagua is akin to surfing on a wave during a shark sighting!

While the National Assembly has set the stage for a dramatic showdown, all eyes are now on the Senate, where the real action will unfold. The Deputy President will continue to function despite the chaos surrounding his office, showing a sense of resilience that any reality TV star would applaud. Senators will soon decide Gachagua’s political fate — will he ride the wave of support, or plunge into the depths of political obscurity?

Interestingly, this impeachment motion is unprecedented in Kenya's political history, highlighting a possible shift in the political landscape where depoliticized accountability and transparency are becoming crucial. So, as we sit back and enjoy our chai, let’s keep one eye on the parliamentary proceedings because, in politics, as in life, it's often a mad dance of drama, surprises, and perhaps a sprinkle of laughter!