Rigathi Gachagua Seeks Salary And Benefits As Impeachment Hearing Opens At Milimani High Court
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has expressed a renewed sense of optimism as the High Court in Nairobi began a decisive three-day hearing regarding his 2024 removal from office. Arriving at the Milimani Law Courts on Monday, April 27, 2026, Gachagua took to his X account..
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has initiated a legal challenge at the Milimani High Court seeking to overturn his 2024 impeachment and be awarded full salary and benefits.
- Gachagua is requesting the court to overturn the 2024 Senate decision and award him the remuneration he would have received had he completed his term.
- The hearing is being conducted by Justices Eric Ogola, Anthony Mrima, and Freda Mugambi.
- The former Deputy President arrived at the Milimani Law Courts on Monday, April 27, 2026, calling the day a "significant milestone".
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Gachagua Appears in Court for Impeachment Challenge - April 2026
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua appeared at Milimani High Court for legal proceedings challenging his 2024 impeachment. He is seeking to overturn the impeachment and be awarded full salary and benefits as the lawful Deputy President. He appeared with his wife Dorcas Gachagua, and the case is being broadcast live by KTN News Kenya. He has abandoned his reinstatement bid and is now pushing for a ruling declaring the impeachment proceedings unconstitutional, amid ongoing anti-fuel price protests in Nairobi.
