A three-judge bench comprising Justices Eric Ogola, Anthony Mrima, and Freda Mugambi has postponed the impeachment hearing of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to December 16, 2025.
The adjournment follows ongoing appeals challenging the legality of the bench constituted to hear the case.
The decision also comes after the Court of Appeal suspended more than 40 related petitions, pending the determination of Gachagua’s appeal, which questions Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu’s authority to appoint the three-judge panel overseeing the matter.
Court Postpones Gachagua Impeachment Hearing to December 16. Photo: Courtesy.
During Tuesday’s High Court session, Gachagua’s lawyer, Ndegwa Njiru, argued that the outcome of the appeal could have far-reaching implications on the proceedings, particularly concerning issues of jurisdiction and procedural validity.
Justice Freda Mugambi, in delivering the court’s directive, noted that given the overlapping legal proceedings, it was appropriate to await the superior court’s ruling before proceeding with the hearing.
The case stems from the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following his fallout with President William Ruto in late 2024.
Gachagua maintains that the process was politically motivated and procedurally flawed.
He was removed from office by the Senate in October 2024 after being found guilty of corruption and misconduct.
Gachagua later moved to court, challenging the decision as unconstitutional and lacking public participation. Nearly a year later, the case remains unresolved as courts deliberate on its legality.
