NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 1 \u2013 Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is facing ten allegations outlined in an impeachment motion drafted by Kibwezi West Member of Parliament, Mutuse Mwengi, calling for his removal from office.<\/p>\n
In the motion due for tabling in the National Assembly on Tuesday afternoon, Mwengi accuses Gachagua of gross violations of the Constitution, including promoting ethnic discrimination and undermining national unity through divisive public statements. <\/p>\n
\u201cHis public statements promote division and undermine the core values of our Constitution, including unity and inclusiveness,\u201d Mwengi notes in the motion.<\/p>\n
Gachagua is accused of contradicting government policies and failing to uphold his duties as Deputy President, thus violating the principle of collective Cabinet responsibility. <\/p>\n
\u201cGachagua\u2019s unilateral remarks contradict the policies we have collectively adopted as a government, damaging our credibility,\u201d said Mwengi.<\/p>\n
The motion further alleges that Gachagua interfered with devolved county functions, undermining devolution and threatening the judiciary, violating the principle of judicial independence. <\/p>\n
\u201cBy interfering with the operations of county governments, he has undermined the fundamental principles of devolution that empower local leadership,\u201d Mwengi notes.<\/p>\n
He is accused of failing to respect and defend the Constitution, while his inflammatory remarks allegedly violated the National Cohesion and Integration Act by promoting ethnic hatred. <\/p>\n
\u201cHis actions show a blatant disregard for the Constitution that he is sworn to uphold, putting our democratic values at risk,\u201d Mwengi said.<\/p>\n
The motion also claims Gachagua engaged in corruption, money laundering, and abuse of office, violating anti-corruption laws. <\/p>\n
\u201cEngaging in corruption and money laundering while in office undermines public trust and violates anti-corruption laws,\u201d Mwengi said.<\/p>\n
Additionally, he is accused of allegedly making false and malicious statements, breaching the Penal Code and Leadership and Integrity Act. <\/p>\n
Lastly, the motion cites gross misconduct, including reckless attacks on the National Intelligence Service, insubordination to the President, bullying public officers, and influencing corrupt practices.<\/p>\n
Once tabled, House Speaker Moses Wetangula will give directions on the matter upon which a designated date will be set where the process of impeaching the country\u2019s second in command will formally commence, marking a historic first under Kenya\u2019s 2010 Constitution.<\/p>\n
Facing growing isolation within the government, Gachagua has vowed to resist the impeachment efforts.<\/p>\n
President William Ruto, who has been rumored to have strained relations with his deputy, has yet to make any public statement regarding the impeachment.<\/p>\n
His silence, however, has fueled speculation that he may be in favor of the move.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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