The High Court of Kenya has set aside conservatory orders, paving the way for Kindiki’s swearing-in as the new deputy president. During the ruling, the court stated that the office of the DP cannot remain vacant.
Following Gachagua’s impeachment on October 17, 2024, the Senate ratified the decision, and President William Ruto nominated Kindiki to fill the role. However, legal challenges from Gachagua’s supporters led to a High Court order halting Kindiki’s swearing-in until the cases are resolved.
Gachagua’s lawyers alleged procedural flaws and argued that the rushed timeline violated Gachagua’s constitutional rights.
Meanwhile, government lawyers contended that maintaining a vacancy in the Deputy President’s office could lead to a constitutional crisis, pressing for the order to be lifted to allow Kindiki’s appointment.
The decision was reached at the Milimani Law Courts by a three-judge bench constituted by Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu.
Gachagua may appeal the decision further.
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