CJ Koome reappoints judges to hear Gachagua impeachment case
Her move follows a May 9 ruling by the Court of Appeal that quashed an earlier decision by Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, who had appointed the same trio last year.
Her move follows a May 9 ruling by the Court of Appeal that quashed an earlier decision by Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, who had appointed the same trio last year.
Gachagua confirmed that the party’s name had already been submitted to the Registrar of Political Parties for ratification.
Muthama said if Gachagua persists, he would be forced to expose his past conduct during his time as a District Officer.
"There is nothing festive about the deaths, displacement, and devastation that marked that period," the Commission said in its statement.
Murkomen expressed his deep concern over what he described as irresponsible incitement.
The DCP asserted that the unrest was orchestrated by state operatives as part of a broader effort to restrict democratic freedoms.
Gachagua is now shifting focus to post-impeachment cases that challenge the legality of his ouster.
The petitioner, Belinda Egesa, argues that Mwilu overstepped her constitutional authority by assigning judges to the case.
Barasa went on to compare Gachagua’s newfound political ties—especially with the Wiper Party- to an unlawful cohabitation.
The ruling party described Gachagua’s announcement as "mere theatrics" and "inconsequential."
His decision, which he says takes effect immediately, was made public on Monday through a strongly worded statement.
“What I don’t want is for us as Meru people to suffer and to negotiate with other leaders without our own power and our own party,” Mwangaza said firmly.