Gachagua shares heartfelt message to wife and sons after impeachment ruling
By Paulette Mboga, June 9, 2026Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has shared a heartfelt message to his family and supporters after the impeachment ruling.
On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, while addressing the media, he expressed gratitude to his wife, Reverend Dorcas Rigathi and his sons, Kevin and Keith, for standing by him during the process. He also thanked millions of Kenyans who supported him throughout the period.
“To my family, Rev Dorcas Rigathi, my sons, Kevin and Keith, I thank you for standing with me,” Rigathi Gachagua said.
He also extended appreciation to Kenyans who supported him through the legal and political process. He said their support meant a lot to him during a difficult period in his public life.
“To the millions of Kenyans, I say thank you. I am greatly indebted to you,” Rigathi Gachagua said.
Family response after court ruling
Earlier, Reverend Dorcas Rigathi reacted after the High Court decision that upheld the impeachment of her husband. She shared a message focused on faith, gratitude, and hope despite the outcome of the case.
She explained that she remained thankful to God and appreciated everyone who had been praying for the family during the legal process. Her message highlighted trust in God’s guidance during difficult moments.
“God is still in control,” Dorcas Rigathi said on Monday, June 8, 2026.
Dorcas also took time to acknowledge those who continued to support them through prayer. She said the encouragement from well-wishers helped the family remain strong as they awaited the court’s decision.
The ruling was delivered on Monday, June 8, 2026, by Justices Eric Ogola, Freda Mugambi and Antony Murima. The High Court upheld Gachagua’s impeachment from office but also awarded him Ksh50 million in damages.
The court found that senators violated his right to a fair hearing during the impeachment proceedings. This formed part of the judgment that led to the financial award.
However, in a later development, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua declined to accept the Ksh50 million compensation awarded by the court. His decision came after the ruling, where the court had acknowledged the violation of his rights during the Senate process.