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HomeDaily NewsFriday, May 8, 2026Court Allows Medical Evidence in Gachagua Impeachment Case - May 2026
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Court Allows Medical Evidence in Gachagua Impeachment Case - May 2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has secured a significant victory in his impeachment case after a three-judge bench allowed the admission of a supplementary affidavit despite objections from Parliament and the Office of the Attorney General. The Kenyan court has also allowed medical evidence from Gachagua's doctor regarding his health during his impeachment proceedings. The National Assembly is pushing for a fresh medical examination of Gachagua, questioning the validity of his previous medical absence. The High Court hearing the petition was adjourned until Wednesday after respondents declined to proceed. Lawyers for Gachagua are challenging the Senate decision in court, seeking to overturn his removal from office, with Gachagua warning that his potential removal could pave the way for political retribution.

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Friday 7:11 AMKenyans

First Win for Gachagua in Impeachment Case After Latest Court Pronouncement

First Win for Gachagua in Impeachment Case After Latest Court Pronouncement

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has secured a significant victory in his impeachment case after a three-judge bench allowed the admission of a supplementary affidavit despite objections from Parliament and the Office of the Attorney General.

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Key Highlights

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has secured a significant victory in his impeachment case after a three-judge bench allowed the admission of a supplementary affidavit despite objections from Parliament and the Office of the Attorney General.

  • The supplementary affidavit details Gachagua's health condition during his impeachment proceedings in October 2024.
  • Key individuals involved include former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and lawyers representing Parliament and the Office of the Attorney General.
  • The ruling stated, "The affidavit, duly filed, is properly on record in the wider interest of justice," a decision considered a major win for Gachagua.
Thursday 7:32 PMNTV Kenya (Youtube)First

Gachagua aonya kuondolewa kwake kunaweza kufungua mlango wa kisasi cha kisiasa

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has warned that his potential removal from office could pave the way for political retribution.

Key Highlights

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has warned that his potential removal from office could pave the way for political retribution.

  • The Deputy President stated his removal could incite political vengeance.
  • The key figure involved is Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
  • This warning comes amidst ongoing political discussions and potential power shifts within Kenya.
Thursday 7:43 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Gachagua apinga uamuzi wa seneti mahakamani

Gachagua apinga uamuzi wa seneti mahakamani

Gachagua apinga uamuzi wa seneti mahakamani

Lawyers for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are challenging a Senate decision in court, seeking to overturn his removal from office.

Key Highlights

Lawyers for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are challenging a Senate decision in court, seeking to overturn his removal from office.

  • The legal team is asking the High Court to nullify the Senate's resolution.
  • Key figure: former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
  • The case hinges on the alleged process of seeking public opinion prior to the Senate's decision.
Thursday 7:46 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Mahakama yaruhusu ushahidi wa afya wa Gachagua

Mahakama yaruhusu ushahidi wa afya wa Gachagua

Mahakama yaruhusu ushahidi wa afya wa Gachagua

The Kenyan court has allowed medical evidence from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's doctor regarding his health during his impeachment proceedings.

Key Highlights

The Kenyan court has allowed medical evidence from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's doctor regarding his health during his impeachment proceedings.

  • The court's decision permits the introduction of testimony from Dr. Dan Gikonyo.
  • The evidence pertains to Gachagua's health status.
  • This ruling impacts the legal proceedings concerning the former Deputy President.
Thursday 8:43 PMCapital News

Gachagua Faces Fresh Medical Exam Push in Impeachment Case

Gachagua Faces Fresh Medical Exam Push in Impeachment Case

The National Assembly is pushing for a fresh medical examination of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua as part of his impeachment case, questioning the validity of his previous medical absence.

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The National Assembly is pushing for a fresh medical examination of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua as part of his impeachment case, questioning the validity of his previous medical absence.

  • National Assembly lawyers seek for Mr. Gachagua to undergo a new medical assessment.
  • Key individuals involved include former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, President William Ruto, and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
  • The request stems from an affidavit by Dr. Dan Gikonyo of Karen Hospital, detailing Mr. Gachagua's alleged "severe chest pain" and a call from President Ruto inquiring about his condition during Senate proceedings.
Thursday 11:00 PMCapital News

Court Adjourns Gachagua Petition After Respondents Decline to Proceed

Court Adjourns Gachagua Petition After Respondents Decline to Proceed

The High Court hearing a petition challenging Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment was adjourned until Wednesday after respondents declined to proceed.

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Key Highlights

The High Court hearing a petition challenging Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment was adjourned until Wednesday after respondents declined to proceed.

  • The adjournment was necessitated by respondent parties indicating they were unwilling to proceed on Friday.
  • Key parties involved include the National Assembly, President William Ruto, and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, represented by Eric Gumbo, Paul Nyamodi, Muthomi Thiankolu, and Adrian Kimotho.
  • The court had to hire a ceremonial courtroom at the Milimani Law Courts, a rare occurrence noted by Justice Eric Ogolla, to accommodate potential congestion.
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