Former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala has called on President William Ruto to thwart alleged plans to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Speaking at a church service in Kiambu County, Malala warned that the push to oust Gachagua could have severe political repercussions for Ruto ahead of the next general election.
Malala accused ODM-aligned MPs, reportedly led by Junet Mohamed and Peter Kaluma, of orchestrating the impeachment motion.
He cautioned Ruto that using such individuals to remove his deputy could eventually backfire, potentially threatening his presidency.
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"I may not be in a position to advise, but those driving this motion against Rigathi Gachagua could be plotting to destabilize your leadership too. You think you’re targeting Gachagua, but you’re really starting a journey to undermine yourself," Malala stated.
He further emphasized Gachagua’s loyalty, highlighting the DP’s past challenges, including arrests, which Malala linked directly to his support for Ruto.
He urged the President to resolve internal disputes within UDA and Kenya Kwanza and to stand by Gachagua.
"Please call your house to order and stop punishing Rigathi Gachagua. This man has been humiliated, even arrested, because of his loyalty to you, President Ruto. Don’t turn your back on him," Malala added.
Echoing Malala’s sentiments, Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba claimed an impeachment motion against Gachagua could be tabled in Parliament as early as next week.
She urged Ruto to remember Kiambu County's support in the 2022 election and allow Gachagua to perform his duties.
Speculation over tensions between Ruto and Gachagua has intensified, with the DP recently expressing frustration over unaddressed insults and political friction within the party. He reminded Ruto of the promises made during the campaign period and urged the President to protect him from internal attacks.
