Summary of Gachagua's defense at impeachment hearing

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua arrives to defend himself against the accusations against him in the Impeachment Motion at the National Assembly, Parliament, Nairobi. October 8th,2024 [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

1. Charges that the Deputy President was involved in the  Sh3.7 billion mosquito net tender from KEMSA through a proxy firm: 

"I had no involvement in the KEMSA  Sh3.7 billion tender. The claim is false, and the tendering process was conducted independently."

2. Renovations of Official Residences:

"The funds for renovations were approved by Parliament, and I had no involvement with the contractor, Agrobriq Investments Ltd."

3. Payment to Lusona Events Limited:

"I have no knowledge of this company. I am neither a director nor a shareholder, and I had no role in any financial transactions."

4. Payments to St. Nicholas Rehabilitation:

"I am not aware of any payments made to this company. I do not oversee financial transactions within the Deputy President’s office."

5. Lady Justice Esther Maina:

"My actions against the judge were legal, as permitted by the Constitution under Article 168(2). I filed a legitimate complaint with the Judicial Service Commission."

6. Vipingo Beach Road Construction:

"The road to Kuruwitu Marine Conservancy, which King Charles III was scheduled to visit, was upgraded for his state visit, benefiting the local community."

7. Contradicting the President on Evictions:

"I fully supported the Cabinet decision on Nairobi River evictions, but I insisted on humane compensation after learning that residents were being offered only Kshs. 10,000, which was inadequate."

8. Interference with Nairobi City County:

"I did not incite citizens. I asked the Governor to listen to the grievances of traders affected by the relocation of markets."

9. Meetings on Alcohol and Drug Abuse:

"I have worked hand in hand with governors to address alcohol and drug abuse without interfering with county mandates."

10. Criticism of National Intelligence Service:

"My comments were made in good faith, pointing out intelligence lapses related to public dissatisfaction with the Finance Bill 2024."

11. Allegations of Dividing the Nation with Shareholding Concept:

"The power-sharing agreements in Kenya Kwanza are legal, based on the Political Parties Act. They ensure fair political representation and development across regions."