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State opposes court review of former Deputy President Gachagua's impeachment
The Attorney-General has urged the High Court not to review the grounds of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's ouster, asserting the matter is not open to judicial review on its merits. Gachagua's legal team has argued the impeachment was a "parliamentary coup" and challenged the Senate decision in court. Petitioners have also argued the impeachment was politically engineered by President William Ruto's administration to control Mt Kenya politics. Meanwhile, the court has allowed medical evidence from Gachagua's doctor regarding his health during the impeachment proceedings. Gachagua has warned that his potential removal could pave the way for political retribution.
Uhuru Kenyatta's plans for Jubilee Party leadership hit snags
Plans by Former President Uhuru Kenyatta to install Fred Matiang'i as deputy Jubilee Party leader have stalled as mediation talks to resolve internal disputes hit a snag. Internal disputes within the Jubilee Party have stalled planned changes, casting uncertainty over Kenyatta and Matiang'i's leadership roles. The developments come as speculation continues regarding the whereabouts of ODM party leader Oburu Oginga, who has been notably absent from several key party events.
