Kenya's Deputy President Impeached, Claims Security Withdrawal
Rigathi Gachagua alleges political motives behind his impeachment and fears for his safety after security detail is removed.
- Rigathi Gachagua, Kenya's impeached deputy president, claims his security detail has been withdrawn, putting his safety at risk.
- Gachagua was impeached on charges including gross violation of the constitution and stirring ethnic hatred, which he denies.
- He has criticized President William Ruto, accusing him of being 'vicious' despite Gachagua's past support for his presidency.
- Parliament approved Kithure Kindiki as Gachagua's replacement, but a court has delayed the swearing-in due to ongoing legal challenges.
- President Ruto has not commented on the impeachment but has called for national unity and an end to tribalism.