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Speaking at the county assembly precincts, the MCAs said the house had agreed to take a firm stand against the governor until he apologises publicly.
Ramaphosa has denied any wrongdoing, maintaining that the money came from a legitimate sale of buffalo from his farming business.
The State argued that Kindiki’s appointment did not require clearance from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission despite claims by petitioners that the commission lacked officials to confirm eligibility at the time.
The former DP wants the court to declare that the public participation carried out during the impeachment process was not adequate and did not meet the required legal standard for such proceedings. He also argues that the Senate failed to properly consider public views before making its final decision.
Appearing before a three-judge bench comprising Eric Ogolla, Anthony Mrima and Freda Mugambi on Monday, his legal team said the amended petition no longer seeks his return to the deputy presidency.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and family appeared at Milimani High Court on Monday for an impeachment-related hearing. The case concerns his challenge to the impeachment process, with multiple applications still pending.
According to Duale, Gachagua “rose to high office under a cloud of serious corruption allegations involving billions of shillings,” adding that “even the courts have questioned the source of his wealth.”
The controversy began when Mwilu assigned a three-judge bench to hear cases aimed at lifting interim orders that had temporarily blocked Gachagua’s ouster in November 2024, enabling Prof Kithure Kindiki to take office as his successor.
Nyaribo now joins Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo and Kericho Governor Erick Mutai as governors who have survived removal on a technicality, with Mutai having escaped twice.
Thirty-eight senators voted to sustain the objection, while only four opposed it, effectively terminating the impeachment process on a technicality.
Kingi explained that the matter will be handled through a formal Motion after a Notice of Motion has been issued. He added that senators will debate the objection and vote once the debate ends.
The charges were formally read out in the Senate chamber on Wednesday, outlining accusations of gross violation of the Constitution and other laws.
The Assembly will present its case first, followed by the governor’s defence, before a final vote on Thursday December 3, 2025.
Since 2022, the Senate has processed five motions against three governors, with only one resulting in removal from office.
The impeachment motion, initiated by Bonyamatuta Ward MCA Julius Kimwomi Matwere and sponsored by Majority Leader Julious Matwere, cited allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and irregular appointments.
The motion has been filed by Julius Kimwomi Matwere, the MCA for Bonyamatuta Ward, who accuses the governor of gross constitutional violations and abuse of office, claims similar to those raised in previous attempts to remove him.
Article 181 sets out the grounds for removal, which include gross violation of the Constitution or any law, abuse of office or misconduct.
Abdullahi said governors remain vulnerable because their offices lack political protection, unlike other leaders who enjoy the backing of political parties.
Deputy Minority Leader and South B MCA Waithera Chege had on Sunday confirmed that the required signatures had already passed 60 by evening, expressing confidence the number would quickly surpass the 84 needed.
Reports of payments to ghost health facilities and fictitious claims are said to have drained billions intended for patient care, sparking outrage among critics.
The motion, which accused him of misconduct, misuse of public resources, unlawful staff dismissals, and authorising questionable payments, was dismissed after senators upheld his objections, effectively ending the proceedings in his favour.
Mutai put up a strong defence, insisting the County Assembly did not meet the required numbers to remove him.
The Senate is expected to continue hearing testimony on Thursday as the County Assembly pursues its case against Governor Mutai over the alleged coercion of officials for financial gain.
The controversy began after President Ruto told a recent parliamentary group meeting that intelligence reports indicated money had been exchanged to sway oversight decisions in the Senate.
The governor maintained his innocence and insisted that his troubles were the result of political persecution.
The decision follows Minority Leader Stewart Madzayo’s refusal to second a motion by Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, which had proposed the creation of an 11-member committee to handle the matter.
Mutai faces accusations of abuse of office, nepotism, irregular and illegal appointments, wrongful dismissal of senior staff, and presiding over misuse of county funds.
In a notice issued on August 18, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi confirmed that the sitting will take place at the Senate Chamber in Nairobi from 2:30 pm.
Tempers flared on Friday during a heated special sitting at the County Assembly as 33 out of 47 MCAs voted to remove Mutai.
A total of 33 MCAs voted in favour of the motion to remove him from office on Friday