MP Mutuse has strongly defended his decision to initiate the impeachment motion against Rigathi Gachagua, describing it as a bold and patriotic act driven by his commitment to protect Kenya’s democracy.

Speaking during a press briefing on Friday, Mutuse said that the move was not about political vendetta but about safeguarding the integrity of public office. He compared the decision to the courage shown by Kenya’s founding fathers who fought for the country’s independence.

“I am proud of this step. Just as our forefathers stood up for the nation during the struggle for independence, we too must stand up against any form of leadership that undermines the principles of accountability and national unity,” Mutuse declared.

The lawmaker emphasized that his actions were guided by the Constitution and the duty of Parliament to hold all leaders accountable. He maintained that Gachagua must answer to allegations of misconduct and abuse of office, insisting that “no one is above the law.”

Mutuse’s remarks come amid heated political reactions, with Gachagua’s allies accusing him of being used to destabilize the Kenya Kwanza government. 

However, Mutuse dismissed such claims, asserting that the impeachment motion reflects the voice of ordinary Kenyans who are frustrated by what he termed “arrogance and divisive politics at the top.”

“The fight for integrity is a continuation of the struggle for freedom,” he said. “We must free our institutions from impunity just as our heroes freed this nation from colonial rule.”

The impeachment motion is expected to spark intense debate in Parliament in the coming days, potentially reshaping the country’s political landscape.