This move has raised eyebrows as it came shortly after the High Court issued an injunction to stop the proceedings related to filling the deputy president’s office, which became vacant following Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment.
On October 18, 2024, the National Assembly convened and voted in favor of Kindiki's nomination to the position.
The gazette notice acknowledged that the decision was made in accordance with Article 149 (1) and Article 122 of the Kenyan Constitution, stating that Kindiki was nominated by President William Ruto after Gachagua was removed from office.
The impeachment of Gachagua, which was initiated in the Senate, created a vacancy that the government sought to fill promptly.
However, the High Court's intervention complicates the process. Justice Chacha Mwita, who presided over the matter, issued an order suspending the process until the case filed by Gachagua’s legal team is resolved.
Gachagua's lawyers argued that the proceedings to fill the position should be put on hold, claiming the impeachment was not fully justified.
The court agreed to temporarily halt the appointment, scheduling the case for further mention on October 24, 2024.
Despite the court order, the gazettement of Kindiki’s appointment has proceeded, adding tension to the situation.
Justice Mwita emphasized that the court order must be respected and warned of penal consequences for any party found to be in contempt of the injunction.
The decision to move forward with Kindiki's appointment has sparked reactions across the country.
While some political leaders and citizens have celebrated his rise to the deputy presidency, others are questioning the legality of the government's actions in ignoring a court order.
Political analysts are closely watching how this situation will unfold, as it could set a precedent for future political processes.
Meanwhile, Rigathi Gachagua continues to fight his impeachment, maintaining that the process was politically motivated.
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