Gachagua urges Kenyans to remain peaceful no matter the outcome of his impeachment.
His comment comes with a few days remaining for the senate to decide his fate in the political career.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua today was seen in public for the first time since he was impeached by the parliament.
Addressing the his region, during the 34th diocesan anniversary celebrations at St Mark’s Teachers Training College in Embu, Gachagua urged calmness regardless of the outcome of his impeachment.
‘’Irrespective of what happens, I am calling for peace in Embu and Mt Kenya and all of Kenya. We only have one Kenya and not any other country.’’
However the DP did not go deeper into the matter of the impeachment noting his confidence in the judiciary.
“We have faith in our courts, and I am certain that our judges will uphold the Constitution and ensure the will of the people prevails.’’
His legal team has filed a petition arguing that he was not given sufficient time to respond to the allegations, which include 11 charges presented by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse.
Tensions continue to remain in the Mt Kenya region, especially where chaos erupted shortly after Gachagua’s impeachment by the National Assembly, particularly in Gachagua’s home town, where clashes were seen during public participation forums meant to gather input on the impeachment motion.
DP Gachagua’s political fate now rests with the Senate, which will examine the evidence and arguments presented by Mutuse.
However, the National Assembly maintains that the courts should not interfere, citing the principle of separation of powers.
