Allies of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have claimed that President William Ruto is behind a planned impeachment motion against him, which is currently in the final drafting stage and will be presented by an opposition MP. United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Cleophas Malala stated that the motion is expected to be introduced by MPs Peter Kaluma (Homa Bay Town constituency) and Junet Mohammed (Suna East).
Malala warned that removing Gachagua would jeopardize Ruto’s re-election prospects, urging him to halt the impeachment process. “The two MPs will start by impeaching your deputy, but the same people will dethrone you come 2027. I beseech you to call your house to order and don’t punish Gachagua. He suffered a lot; he was detained and embarrassed before his children because of you. Don’t be inhuman,” he pleaded.
During a dedication service at PEFA Church Cathedral in Thika, Gachagua’s supporters expressed that his ousting would harm the socio-economic and political stability of the country.
Present were several politicians, including Senators Karungo Thang’wa (Kiambu) and Joe Nyutu (Murang’a), and MPs Gathoni Wamuchomba (Githunguri), James Gakuya (Embakasi North), Mejja Donk (Embakasi Central), George Koimburi (Juja), and nominated MP Theresiah Wanjiru. They rallied against the humiliation of Gachagua, citing his effectiveness in executing his duties.
Referencing Proverbs 17:13-15, they warned, “Evil will never leave the house of one who pays back evil for good. Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; so, drop the matter before a dispute breaks out. Acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent—the Lord detests them both.” They emphasized that Gachagua’s loyalty has even led to his arrest.
The politicians urged Ruto to end the political friction with his deputy, stating, “Ruto is sending the motion to parliament as no MP has the capacity to. If you impeach your deputy today, no one will ever trust you.”
“Don’t entertain the impeachment thing as it will be detrimental to the economic stability of Kenya. As for Raila Odinga, you should be the last person to suggest such a process. Ask your troops in parliament to stop it,” warned Nyutu.
These sentiments were echoed by Wamuchomba, who cautioned Ruto that any attempts to remove his deputy would lead to a revolt from the Mt Kenya region come 2027. “We hate betrayal. The impeachment is being planned, and those who are being used to sign it are the same ones who insulted and humiliated you. My president, please remember, Kiambu County gave you 606,000 votes. Please respect those votes and let Gachagua do his job,” she pleaded.
When Gachagua addressed the packed church, he revealed that he has faced harassment, warning that the direction of the Kenya Kwanza government could lead to its downfall. “To my boss, President William Ruto, be cautious and do the right thing.
Let us not reintroduce the politics of the tribe. Our people hate betrayal and are very unforgiving when betrayed. That is my advice, which must not necessarily be taken. Please, let’s get back to work and fulfill the promises we made to Kenyans,” he said.
“I am comforted that the God who stood with Ruto when he was being humiliated is still alive,” he added.
Gachagua urged President Ruto to intervene and resolve the political infighting within the Kenya Kwanza administration. “We are one nation. I am asking the President to put his house in order so that we can work for Kenyans. We are only one-and-a-half years into office, and the Kenya Kwanza administration is being targeted by people who did not support the President. If there is any problem, I ask the President to do the right thing and put his house together,” he said.
“Let us work for the people and implement the election manifesto. I am comforted by the fact that when things were difficult for President Ruto in the past, God stood with him. We have a country to run, and we need to be careful not to create untimely distractions. Let us not create a situation where there will be instability. We want to support the President as he serves Kenyans so that he can succeed,” he continued.
He noted, “President Ruto is the greatest beneficiary of Mt. Kenya’s love because when retired President Uhuru Kenyatta wanted the region to take a different direction, the people of Mt Kenya, who hate betrayal, said no.” The Deputy President further called on political leaders to be respectful as they serve Kenyans and honor the will of the people.
Despite having been Ruto’s biggest cheerleader, Gachagua’s bad blood with his boss is no longer in hiding and his recent mistreatment claims point to the DP’s possible last kicks in the current administration.
Pundits argue that Gachagua is laying grounds to secure his political space in the next government after having noticed that he may not be picked as Ruto’s running mate in the next elections.
