Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji to Propose Bill Fronting Referendum as Only Path for Impeaching President, DP & Governors

Amid the push to oust Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, a Member of Parliament has threatened to present a motion changing the process of impeachment for Presidents, Deputy Presidents, and Governors.

Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji is advocating for amendments that would require a referendum before any elected leader can be removed from office. This proposal aims to empower voters, ensuring that the decision to impeach rests with the electorate rather than a small group of lawmakers.

Mukunji’s motivation is rooted in the ongoing turmoil surrounding Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, who has faced intense political pressure from a minority of lawmakers seeking her removal. He argues that it is fundamentally unjust for a leader elected by millions to be subjected to the whims of a few “selfish leaders.”

According to Mukunji, the current impeachment process is susceptible to misuse, with lawmakers often exploiting it to settle personal grievances. “When someone is being impeached, the voters should have the final say,” he asserted, advocating for a system that genuinely reflects the will of the people.