DCP Leaders Reject Gachagua Impeachment Ruling

By BRIAN MUSYOKA 

Speaking during a press briefing in Embu Town today 9th June 2026, Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji said the judgment failed to address what he described as a violation of Gachagua's constitutional right to a fair hearing.

"The court itself acknowledged that there were shortcomings in the Senate process. If there was no fair hearing, then the Constitution is clear that such a process should be nullified," Mukunji said.

The MP argued that the judges' findings did not correspond with the final decision, insisting that the impeachment ought to have been overturned. He said many Kenyans who followed the lengthy court proceedings had expected a different outcome.

"We sat for hours listening to the judgment because we believed justice would prevail. The findings pointed to violations of due process, yet the court chose to uphold the impeachment," he added.

Mukunji also appealed to Chief Justice Martha Koome to safeguard the independence of the Judiciary, warning against any perceived interference from the Executive.

"We want an independent Judiciary that is guided only by the Constitution and the law. The confidence of Kenyans in our courts depends on judges making decisions without fear, favour or external influence," he said.

The legislator further criticized what he termed a growing trend of compensating victims of injustice instead of addressing the injustices themselves.

"You cannot build a just society by merely compensating victims after their rights have been violated. The focus should be on preventing those violations and holding those responsible accountable," Mukunji stated.

DCP Embu Chapter Chairperson Joshua Mugo Kanake echoed the sentiments, insisting that the Judiciary must remain independent and resist pressure from other arms of government.

Former Embu County Assembly Deputy Speaker Steve Simba also faulted the judgment, saying it had fallen short of delivering justice. He called for transparency in the appeal process and urged judges who will handle the next phase of the case to uphold public trust in the legal system.

Meanwhile, Embu County DCP Youth Leader James Ireri Soja led a group of youths in peaceful demonstrations through Embu Town to protest the ruling. Ireri maintained that inconsistencies identified during the proceedings should have resulted in the impeachment being overturned.

Despite their dissatisfaction with the verdict, DCP leaders urged supporters to remain calm as they prepare for a fresh legal battle at the Court of Appeal.

"We respect the courts, but we do not agree with this decision. We will pursue all legal avenues available to ensure justice is served," Mukunji said.