Gachagua Lashes Out At Ruto After DCI Targets Staff; Futile Attempt To Soil My Name

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has unleashed a stinging rebuttal amid a rising storm over accusations that some of his closest allies are facing charges....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE

Gachagua’s outrage spilled over with a warning against what he called the “misuse of the justice system” to target his inner circle. He pointed fingers at a broader scheme aimed at politically isolating him, suggesting the charges were part of a plot to pave the way for his impeachment.

In a post on Facebook, Gachagua wrote, “President William Ruto and I, on assuming office, gave an undertaking to the people of Kenya that never again shall the criminal justice system be called upon to help in the management of politics.”

“I am embarrassed that we are back to where we were. Harassment of my office staff and Members of Parliament perceived to be close to me has been going on for the last two months,” he added.

He broke his silence after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) recommended charges against five individuals, including two Members of Parliament, for their alleged involvement in the youth-led anti-government protests in June.

He described it as a throwback to outdated political maneuvering, stating that Kenyans are too savvy to fall for such tricks.

The Deputy President’s sharp reaction came shortly after a letter emerged showing the DCI’s intention to charge MPs Benjamin Gathiru Mwangi (Embakasi Central) and James Mwangi Gakuya (Embakasi North), among others.

The allegations claim that the MPs were involved in planning and financing the protests. However, the duo reportedly refused to submit their mobile phones for forensic investigation after being summoned in July.

Gachagua’s statement called out the alleged harassment of his office staff and allies, accusing unnamed forces of orchestrating a smear campaign. “This is a futile attempt to tarnish my name and generate grounds for impeachment,” he declared, boldly asserting his innocence while casting doubts on the legitimacy of the charges.

The DCI, on its part, is pushing for the prosecution of Gathiru, Gakuya, and three others, including former MP George Theuri and Martin Deric Ngunjiri Wambugu. They are charged with conspiracy to commit a felony, money laundering, and other offences under the Penal Code and the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act. The DCI is also working with financial institutions to track down evidence of alleged illicit financial transactions.

Meanwhile, the political temperature around Gachagua has spiked dramatically, as talk of impeachment grows louder.

Over 116 MPs have already endorsed a motion to oust the Deputy President, alleging multiple breaches of the Constitution. The charges levelled against him range from undermining Cabinet unity and violating national security protocols to engaging in divisive politics.

Gachagua’s unfiltered criticism of key figures, including National Intelligence Service Director-General Noordin Haji, has not gone unnoticed. His staunch opposition to the Finance Bill 2024 has only deepened the rift within the administration, with some speculating that his dissent is fuelling the impeachment push.

Adding to the intrigue, President William Ruto remains on an official visit to the United Nations General Assembly in New York, while those backing the impeachment plot appear to be gaining momentum.

With the President abroad, Gachagua’s political adversaries seem determined to capitalise on the situation, accelerating the process to remove him before Ruto’s return…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ARTICLES>>>