MP Gathoni Wamuchomba: Gachagua's Close Aide Who Misled Him Not to Resign Before His Impeachment

Fresh political drama has emerged around the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following explosive claims by Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba that the embattled leader had an opportunity to resign before facing the Senate but failed to do so due to poor advice from his inner circle.

The revelations have reignited debate over how strategic miscalculations and personal influence accelerated Gachagua’s political downfall.

Speaking during a public forum, Wamuchomba claimed that Gachagua had seriously contemplated resigning ahead of the Senate impeachment process.

According to her, resignation would have allowed him to exit office with dignity, preserve political capital, and possibly stage a comeback at a later date.

However, she alleged that close aides including his spouse strongly discouraged him, insisting that he fight the impeachment despite the mounting political and legal headwinds.

Wamuchomba argued that the decision to proceed to the Senate turned out to be fatal. The impeachment process exposed deep fractures within Gachagua’s support base, particularly in the Mount Kenya region, where lawmakers who were once perceived as loyal either stayed away or openly supported his removal.

The Senate proceedings, broadcast live to the nation, further weakened his standing by amplifying allegations against him and diminishing his influence within government.

In Gachagua’s case, allies say the failure to read the political mood especially the apparent loss of backing from President William Ruto and key parliamentary blocs left him isolated.

By choosing confrontation over retreat, he walked into a process whose outcome many insiders say had already been sealed.

Wamuchomba’s remarks have also sparked controversy over the role of family members in political decision-making.

While she stopped short of directly blaming Gachagua’s wife, her comments fueled public debate on how personal relationships can cloud judgment during moments that require cold political calculation.

The fallout has been significant. Since his removal, Rigathi Gachagua has struggled to retain relevance in national politics, with former allies recalibrating their loyalties and new power centers emerging in the Mount Kenya region.

His impeachment has also reshaped succession politics within the ruling coalition, creating space for new actors to court the vote-rich bloc.