- Kikuyu Member of Parliament Kimani Ichung'wah dismissed allegations that Mount Kenya residents hate leaders who support the removal of Deputy President Gachagua from office
- Social media was flooded with videos showing politicians in disarray, sparking rumors of growing voter discontent in the region.
- Ichung'wah defended the impeachment motion supported by 282 MPs, explaining the importance of parliament's role
- The Member of Parliament called for the presence of a new Deputy President who will unite the country and expressed his confidence in finding someone to take over the position who will better handle the interests of Mount Kenya
Kiambu – Kikuyu Member of Parliament Kimani Ichung'wah has dismissed claims that leaders who support the dismissal of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are facing hatred from the residents of Mount Kenya.
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Over the weekend, social media platforms were flooded with allegations by the President's associates William Ruto to attack Kenyans who were not satisfied.
Videos emerged showing some politicians being yelled at, sparking rumors of growing hatred among voters in the area.
Speaking during a public event in KikuyuIchung'wah dismissed the reports, pointing out that his interactions with Kikuyu residents showed that they were baseless.
The Majority Leader in the National Assembly argued that residents were involved and are well aware of the responsibilities of their elected leaders.
“Let me ask if these are animals or not citizens? Today I am sitting in Kikikuyu and these are not animals, they are citizens like us, we interact with them, I know the instigators who mobilized. People during the public participation day expected and thought it would be political matters but the citizens they are clever, even these people here are wise, they know that all elected MPs and leaders were chosen for their duties outside.” he said.
Why the termination of Gachagua is justified
Ichung'wah further defended the decision made by 282 MPs to support the motion to fire the Deputy President.
He stressed the importance of parliamentary oversight and the constitutional authority given to parliamentarians to hold executives accountable.
“One of those responsibilities is to provide supervision, meaningful supervision, over the executive. And not only the Deputy President, even the ministers and the President himself, the constitution gives parliamentarians the power to remove anyone from power if they fail to do something. It concerns the citizens,” Ichung'wah said.
The Member of Parliament who spoke openly emphasized the need for a new Deputy President who will unite the country and not divide it on ethnic lines.
He expressed his hope that the person who will take the position will better serve the interests of the region that is rich in votes and ensure development.
The National Assembly presents evidence against Gachagua
Meanwhile, the National Assembly submitted two copies of evidence to the Senate before Gachagua's removal.
Furthermore, the embattled vice president has reportedly presented his evidence ahead of Wednesday's hearing.
Some Kenyans have shared different opinions regarding the evidence and the fate of Gachagua.
What else do you need to know about the Gachagua impeachment trial?
Lawyer Kibe Mutai criticized the MPs for accusing the deputy president in a hurry, saying they acted like 'sheep' without reading and understanding the allegations.
Chief Justice Martha Koome appointed three judges to hear and decide the petition filed by the Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to oppose his acquittal.
Two politicians have emerged as President William Ruto's favorites in the race to succeed Gachagua.
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