Police have heightened security measures around Parliament as the National Assembly prepares for a historic moment—the impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Security was notably tightened along Parliament Road, with officers cordoning off key entry points in anticipation of the heated debate.
In addition to the road closures, the internal setup at the National Assembly has undergone significant adjustments.
DP. Rigathi Gachagua smiles during a past politial meeting in Embu. Photo: The Star Source: Instagram
Deputy President Gachagua has been allocated two separate rooms within Parliament: one for private calls and consultations, and another designated as a consultation hub for his legal team. The motion, set to be debated from 9am, is expected to draw significant public attention.
Unlike previous sessions, Gachagua will sit near the Speaker’s podium, where the President and Treasury officials typically address the House.
This deviation signifies the gravity of the event. Four seats have been reserved for his legal team beside his podium, with additional seating for his family in the Speaker’s Guests section, should they choose to attend.
Deputy President Hon Rigathi Gachagua during Karen meeting on August 26. Photo: Rigathi Gachagua Source: Facebook
The session’s climax is anticipated between 5pm and 7pm, when Gachagua will deliver his defence. To succeed, the motion needs at least 233 MPs to vote in favour, amid murmurs of shifting allegiances. Last week, 291 MPs supported the motion’s progression, but the outcome remains uncertain.
Gachagua has dismissed the allegations as politically motivated. “These are fabricated accusations, part of a larger agenda to push me out. The truth will prevail,” he stated confidently on the eve of the motion. His defence will be crucial in swaying undecided MPs and shaping his political future.
