By TCD TEAM.
In a land mark win for lawmakers who supported the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, the court has validated the parliamentary decision, putting an end to a divisive case that stirred heated debate and online backlash.
Mwingi West MP Charles Nguna and Mavoko MP Patrick Mutemba, who voted in favor of Gachagua’s ouster, faced considerable criticism on social media. However, the court’s ruling now strengthens their stance, offering vindication after the intense public scrutiny they endured.
Mwengi, Charles Nguna and Muthemba’s decision to join the national agenda, aligned with President William Ruto’s administration, sparked internal party tensions, particularly within the Wiper Party.
Sources reveal that some Wiper leaders are pushing for Nguna’s expulsion, citing his support for the impeachment, a move viewed as contradicting party lines. Despite this pressure, political analysts argue that Nguna’s decision wouldn’t have altered the outcome, as both Parliament and Senate overwhelmingly backed the impeachment.
President Ruto’s leadership continues to solidify on the national stage, and many analysts consider him a formidable candidate in the upcoming 2027 elections. His political resilience has been well documented, as seen in his previous victories against prominent leaders such as former President Uhuru Kenyatta and opposition leader Raila Odinga. Observers suggest that those eyeing a bid against him in 2027 will need to carefully strategize.
As the dust settles, some have urged Wiper’s village-based leaders to move past regional politics and align with the larger national political agenda. Whether this moment will foster a shift toward unity or deepen existing rifts within Wiper remains to be seen. For MPs Nguna and Muthemba, the court’s ruling serves as both validation and a reminder of the often turbulent nature of Kenyan politics.
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