In his absence, he will be represented by his deputy (Mr Gachagua)," said Mr Mukunji, who is the Manyatta MP. President William Ruto and his deputy Rigathi Gachagua acknowledge greeting from members of the public in Sagana town, Kirinyaga County on August 10, 2024. Since MPs began discussing impeachment, the President and his deputy have not been seen together in public at church services or official events. On October 8, the National Assembly voted to impeach the deputy president on 11 counts of constitutional breach, gross misconduct and bribery under Article 150 of the Constitution. Ndia MP George Kariuki, Kiambu Woman representative Ann Wamuratha and EALA MP Kanini Kega among others.

Source: Daily Nation October 12, 2024 18:52 UTC