Gachagua impeachment

2024 - 10 - 9

Rigathi Gachagua: The Deputy President Who Got Caught in Legislative Whirlwind!

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What happens when 12 MPs suddenly go against impeaching a Deputy President? A political comedy that keeps on giving!

In a surprising twist of political fate, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua finds himself hanging by a thread as twelve Members of Parliament who once supported his impeachment motion decided to take a U-turn at the last moment. This unexpected change of heart has raised eyebrows across the nation, with many citizens scratching their heads over the antics of their elected officials. Did these MPs suddenly discover a glimmer of loyalty, or were they simply in it for the long game? Only time will tell, but this political drama is proving to be as gripping as a local soap opera.

As the Senate gears up to debate the impeachment, Speaker Amason Kingi has taken drastic measures to ensure a focused environment. Foreign travel? Not on his watch! All 67 Senators have been grounded, with their passports confiscated in a bid to keep them from wandering off into distraction—a move that many citizens are finding both amusing and oddly fitting. One has to wonder: if these Senators would rather vacation than participate in national issues, what does that say about their sense of duty?

Meanwhile, Gachagua faces the looming threat of losing his lavish retirement perks if the Senate supports his impeachment. Can you imagine saying goodbye to that plush retirement home with ocean views over what some are calling a ‘minor’ act of office abuse? The stakes are high, and onlookers can’t help but feel a mix of sympathy and schadenfreude as this political saga unfolds. The Deputy President is likely pondering whether his next move should involve charm, wit, or perhaps a good old-fashioned apology.

By the end of the debate, will Gachagua emerge victorious, or will he face the same fate as a forgotten WiFi password? Only time will tell. But here’s a fun fact to keep things light: The last Deputy President of Kenya who faced impeachment was more than just a passing headline; it left a lasting impact on the country’s political landscape. And speaking of headlining news, did you know that impeachment proceedings can take longer than most feature films? Maybe the Senators should consider a screening party while they’re at it!

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Twelve MPs who made a U-turn on Gachagua impeachment (Daily Nation)

At least 12 Members of Parliament who had signed the impeachment motion of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua did not vote for it on the final day.

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Kenya's senate to consider impeachment of deputy president (Reuters)

Kenya's senate will next week debate whether to dismiss Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, the senate speaker said on Wednesday, after the national assembly ...

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The fate of Kenya's impeached deputy president hangs in the ... (Semafor)

The future of Kenya's deputy president, Rigathi Gachagua, hangs in the balance after Kenya's senate confirmed on Wednesday that it will investigate an ...

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Speaker Kingi bans Senators' foreign travel during Gachagua ... (Capital FM Kenya)

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 9 - Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has imposed travel restrictions on all 67 Senators and staff, barring them from leaving the country ...

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Kenyan lawmakers impeach deputy president for abuse of office (Voice of America)

Kenya's Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua address legislators ahead of the lawmakers' vote over his impeachment motion at the Parliament buildings in Nairobi, ...

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Gachagua risks losing lavish retirement perks if Senate upholds ... (Business Daily)

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua addressing the media at his official residence in Karen Nairobi on Monday, October 7, 2024.

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NTV Kenya: Race against time: Senate convenes over Gachagua ... (NTV Kenya)

Speaker of the Senate, Amason Kingi, has gazetted today morning as the sitting where senators are.

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Nine MPs who made a U-turn on Gachagua impeachment (Daily Nation)

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