Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua

Rigathi Gachagua: The Deputy President Who Faced the Wrath of Parliament!

Parliament just served a hot plate of impeachment to the Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua! Find out all the juicy details!

In a dramatic twist that has captivated the nation, Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has found himself on the chopping block as Parliament gears up to vote on his impeachment. Gachagua, affectionately known as 'Riggy G', is battling serious allegations, including corruption, undermining the government, and stirring ethnic hatred. With the situation heating up, the Deputy President has made it clear that he won’t go down without a fight, vowing to contest these allegations to the very end, thereby making the political stage in Kenya hotter than ever!

As the parliamentary session loomed, anticipation was palpable across the country. Supporters rallied behind him, while critics sharpened their arguments. Gachagua's resilience was on full display as he brushed off any thoughts of resignation, maintaining that he would stand strong against what he termed “political oppression.” The atmosphere was electric as Parliament debated, and the future of the Deputy President hung by a thread.

On October 8th, the drama reached its peak when 281 MPs voted in favor of his impeachment, citing a staggering eleven charges against him, including accusations of enriching himself through dubious means. Meanwhile, 44 MPs stood firm in their opposition, rallying behind Gachagua, and only one MP decided to sit this one out. With such a decisive outcome, the political landscape in Kenya has been shaken, leaving many to question who might be next in this turbulence of power.

What's next for Rigathi Gachagua? Well, his impeachment opens the door for a Senate trial, where the stakes are even higher. This saga has prompted Kenyans to pay even closer attention to their MPs, asking them to act responsibly and represent their interests. Meanwhile, did you know that Gachagua’s ascension to the deputy presidency was widely considered a triumph for those who supported his agenda? Furthermore, it's interesting to note how such impeachments are rare in Kenyan politics, making this episode one for the history books! Stay tuned as this story unfolds!