Attention is expected to turn to the High Court on Monday as a three-judge bench prepares to deliver judgment in the long-running case challenging the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
The decision, coming nearly 20 months after his removal from office, will determine whether the court endorses or overturns the Senate’s resolution that led to his ouster.
Gachagua is contesting the legality of the impeachment process, arguing that constitutional requirements were not met and that he was denied a fair opportunity to defend himself during the proceedings.
Although he has since abandoned efforts to regain his former position, he is still pursuing compensation and damages, claiming the process that led to his removal was unlawful.
On Sunday, during a church service at PCA Mutero Church in Nairobi, Gachagua expressed confidence in the judiciary while acknowledging that he was prepared for any outcome.
“We are ready for whatever outcome. If the three judges rule that we were treated unfairly and against the law and the constitution and lift the impeachment and let us be, we shall be grateful to God and we shall be very grateful that there is a justice system in Kenya that works,” he said.
He further noted that he would seek further legal redress if the ruling went against him, indicating plans to escalate the matter to the Court of Appeal if necessary.
“If the ruling goes the other way, it is still okay. We will still have an opportunity to go to the Court of Appeal and follow the legal remedies that have been provided by the constitution,” he added.
At the same time, he urged his supporters to remain calm and avoid any form of unrest regardless of how the court rules, stressing the importance of maintaining peace and pursuing political disputes through lawful means.
“I ask my supporters to suppress their anger because we are peaceful people and we believe in doing things peacefully,” he said, adding that political grievances should ultimately be expressed through the ballot.
The matter will be determined by Justices Eric Ogola, Anthony Mrima and Frida Mugambi, whose ruling is expected to have significant political and legal implications.
