COTU boss Atwoli gives Ruto thumbs up as he boosts workers’ pay with 6% wage hike
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has given President William Ruto a strong vote of confidence after his administration announced a 6% minimum wage increase, calling it a crucial move to address the challenges facing Kenyan workers in the current economic climate. In a statement issued by COTU (K) Secretary General Francis Atwoli on […]
‘I learned from my boss’ – DP Gachagua turns to Ruto’s old video in attempt to defeat impeachment motion
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has come out swinging, deftly fending off an impeachment bid that stems from his remarks against National Intelligence Service (NIS) Director General Noordin Haji. In a fiery defence, Gachagua said he was simply following the precedent set by his boss, President William Ruto. Gachagua played a video clip from the 2022 […]
‘I am not biased’ – Gladys Shollei defends herself against utterances she made about Gachagua’s impeachment
Uasin Gishu County Women Representative Gladys Boss Shollei has come out to defend her remarks against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, where she vowed to spearhead his impeachment. According to Shollei, her fiery declaration was made in her capacity as a Member of Parliament (MP), not in her official role as the Deputy Speaker of the […]
‘He’s guilty of treason’ – NA Deputy Speaker Shollei ramps up debate on Gachagua’s impeachment
National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei has accused Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of treason, following his controversial remarks during his recent public appearances, as the impeachment debate intensifies. The embattled second in command is facing a motion of impeachment, sponsored by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse and supported by a majority of MPs, with […]
Ekuru Aukot defends voting for Ruto while leading calls for his impeachment
Ekuru Aukot, leader of the Thirdway Alliance Party, has defended his decision to vote for William Ruto in the last general election, even as he has become one of the president’s staunchest critics. Aukot addressed the matter during a TV interview on Thursday, October 3, 2024, responding to criticism from Migori Senator Eddy Oketch. Senator […]
‘I won’t be in parliament when Gachagua is being impeached’ – Peter Salasya
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has publicly announced his decision not to participate in any efforts to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, citing more pressing national issues. In a statement shared on his Instagram page on Saturday, September 28, 2024, Salasya emphasized his reluctance to engage in the impeachment manoeuvres noting that he won’t be […]
Mt Kenya has been betrayed: Wamuchomba insists Gachagua’s goose is roasted by Ruto-Raila dalliance
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is facing mounting speculation that his impeachment is imminent, as the political landscape in Kenya shifts following President William Ruto’s growing collaboration with opposition leader Raila Odinga. Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba, a vocal member of parliament, has warned that an effort to oust Gachagua could soon materialize. In a TV interview […]