Gachagua Impeachment Case Stalled
A three-judge panel made up of Justices Eric Ogola, Anthony Mrima, and Freda Mugambi has decided to push back the impeachment hearing for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to December 16, 2025.
This decision comes in light of ongoing appeals that are questioning the legitimacy of the bench set up to hear the case.
The delay follows the Court of Appeal’s suspension of over 40 related petitions while they sort out Gachagua’s appeal, which is challenging Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu’s authority to form the three-judge panel dealing with this issue.
During the High Court proceedings on Tuesday, Gachagua’s attorney, Ndegwa Njiru, pointed out that the outcome of the appeal could have major consequences for the ongoing proceedings, particularly regarding jurisdiction and procedural matters.
”We are seeking a way forward on whether the court would proceed during the continuation of that matter. The outcome of the appeal would have a serious impact on the matters before you,” Njiru stated.
Justice Freda Mugambi, while delivering the court’s directive, recognized the ongoing legal proceedings and wisely pointed out that it would be best to wait for the superior court’s decision before moving forward with the hearing.
”In light of the pending matters that are before the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court, we hereby vacate the earlier dates that had been fixed or highlighted for submissions,” she said.
The situation revolves around an impeachment case involving Gachagua, which followed his fallout with President William Ruto late last year.
The former Deputy President has consistently argued that the impeachment process was driven by political motives and riddled with procedural flaws.
In October 2024, the Senate voted to remove Gachagua from office after he was found guilty of several charges, including corruption and misconduct.
In light of the Senate’s decision, Gachagua has launched legal action to challenge both the impeachment process and its outcome. He claims that the proceedings were unconstitutional and did not allow for adequate public involvement.
Now, it’s a waiting game to see how Gachagua’s case will unfold, nearly a year after he was ousted from office following a successful motion for his impeachment in the National Assembly, which was later upheld by the Senate.
Gachagua Impeachment Case Stalled
