We were paid to impeach Gachagua; MP Junet Mohamed confesses
Kenyan MP Junet Mohamed has publicly alleged that members of parliament were bribed to support the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The confession occurred during a political convention and has sparked further tension between opposing political factions in Kenya.
Why it matters
These allegations highlight significant concerns regarding corruption and the integrity of legislative processes in Kenyan politics.
During a convention by the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), held in Kakamega on Sunday, Junet confessed to bribery in the National Assembly and the Senate, which overwhelmingly voted in support of the impeachment motion.
According to Junet, Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot was the custodian of the money that was dished to Members of Parliament.
“Wakati tulikuwa tunafukuza Gachagua kazi, kuna kitu ilitembea hapo. Huko Bunge. Accounting officer alikuwa Aaron Cheruiyot,” he said.
He further claimed that some MPs did not put the money into good use, advising them to build good houses.
Junet further fingered an unnamed legislator for squandering his money with city girls, instead of investing in his home.
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