Censure motion sparks controversy as Gachagua’s remarks draw criticism
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s political challenges intensified when Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana submitted a censure motion in the Senate aimed at scrutinizing Gachagua’s conduct.
If passed, this motion would allow Senators to express their disapproval of Gachagua, differing from an impeachment motion that seeks the removal of an officeholder.
In the censure motion presented to Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, Mungatana outlined several concerns regarding Gachagua’s statements since assuming office.
He cited instances where Gachagua made comments related to employment opportunities for Kenyans in public service, the allocation of resources to devolved units, and allegedly incited segments of the population to disregard lawful directives from county governments.
Mungatana remarked, “This country has problems, and we cannot allow one individual to refuse to fulfill their responsibilities while complicating matters beyond their constitutional duties.”
The motion further accuses Gachagua of marginalizing certain groups within Kenya and exacerbating ethnic tensions, which contradict national values and governance principles enshrined in the constitution.
Mungatana stated, “The public utterances made by Rigathi Gachagua have marginalized sections of Kenyans, created and continue to heighten tension among different ethnic communities in Kenya, and demean the high office of the Deputy President of the Republic.”
He added, “Gachagua’s public utterances continue to fuel ethnic hatred and discord among Kenyans.”
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