Nairobi, Kenya, October 8- Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has pledged to resist his impeachment motion, which is set to be debated today at 5 PM. He made this statement in light of ongoing speculation regarding his potential resignation.
“When I called this press conference, there was a lot of speculation that I want to resign. This is a man elected by 7.2 million Kenyans; how dare you suggest that he could do so without public participation? I have no intention whatsoever to resign from this job, and I will fight to the end,” affirmed Gachagua.
He stressed that the impeachment of a Deputy President is a serious matter that cannot be decided swiftly by a small group of Members of Parliament (MPs) and senators. “The impeachment of a Deputy President is not a trivial matter that can be swiftly decided by a few Members of Parliament (MPs) and senators,” he added.
Gachagua expressed his commitment to pursuing justice through independent institutions and remains hopeful that his impeachment will be dismissed. “Certain individuals have tried to use my friends to sweet-talk me. My friends, I don’t want to become enemies with you. If you’re given such meaningless messages, please don’t bring them to me,” he warned.
He reiterated his resolve by stating, “I have no intention of resigning—I cannot resign. I have done nothing wrong against the people of Kenya. I have been very loyal to my boss, President Ruto, and I work hard every day. I will not be distracted.”
Last week, Kibwezi West Member of Parliament Mwengi Mutuse filed a motion seeking Gachagua’s impeachment.
