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President William Ruto and his deputy Rigathi Gachagua arrive at ACK Church of Christ the King Pro-Cathedral in Nyahururu, Nyandarua County, for the consecration and enthronement of Rev Major Samson Mburu Gachathi on June 23, 2024. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

The clouds are gathering, promising a heavy downpour this coming week. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, staring at the beginning of the end of his tenure as the country's second in command, could be the victim of the ensuing landslide.

All factors constant, the vote on Gachagua's impeachment promises to be a walkover for President William Ruto's allies at the National Assembly.

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