- More than 290 members of parliament supported the motion to dismiss Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua presented on Tuesday, October 1
- Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro did not sign the motion, despite the support of Kenyan MPs Kwanza
- Before the motion was presented, Gachagua praised Nyoro as a respectful and intelligent leader who avoids engaging in political insults
The notice of dismissal of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was presented to the National Assembly on Tuesday, October 1.
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A total of 291 MPs signed a motion in support of his dismissal, including the Member of Parliament for the Mathira constituency, Gachagua's home area.
What did Gachagua say about Ndindi Nyoro?
Before the submission of the motion, Gachagua praised Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro, revealing relationship their unknown.
He described Nyoro as a disciplined and capable leader who stayed on top of the debate.
“He is one of our leaders who I advised and I will continue to advise him, he is a very aggressive young man, that is why you have not heard him throwing insults, he is very respected and carries himself as a leader because he knows what he is doing. He continues. He has a bright future and is a very good friend of mine,” said Gachagua.
Gachagua also revealed that Nyoro kept him during the administration of the former president Uhuru Kenyatta when you were following him.
“Even when I was arrested every Friday during the previous administration, I went to hide at his house and his wife Sophia prepared food for me,” he revealed.
The member of parliament has not discussed his decision not to support the removal of the deputy president.
However, just a few months ago, Nyoro was seen as the leader of the region Mount Kenyawith many members of parliament preferring him instead of Gachagua.
Is Gachagua ready to step down when he is sacked?
At the same time, the second in command said he will accept any decision of the lawmakers who plan to remove him from power.
He delivered an emotional message to the residents of Mlimi Kenya asking them to remain united even if he is expelled from office.
According to Gachagua, the area may face many challenges, including social, economic and political if he is removed from power.
What else do you need to know about the motion to fire Gachagua
- Some MPs wanted more security for President William Ruto and themselves while the issue of Gachagua's removal was being discussed
- Pastor Dorcas Rigathi expressed confidence that the removal of the vice president will not be successful
- Minister Alfred Mutua supported the motion to fire Gachagua, calling him a fraud
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