The High Court has ruled that the National Assembly conducted adequate public participation during the impeachment process of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
In its judgment, the court found that Parliament met the constitutional threshold required for public involvement before proceeding with the impeachment proceedings.
The judges held that the National Assembly provided members of the public with a reasonable opportunity to present their views on the motion, thereby satisfying constitutional requirements on public participation.
The finding marks a significant development in Gachagua's challenge against his impeachment, where he had questioned the legality and fairness of the process that led to his removal from office.
However, the court's determination on public participation represents only one aspect of the broader case, which also examines other constitutional and procedural issues surrounding the impeachment.
The ruling strengthens Parliament's position that it followed the required legal procedures when handling the impeachment motion.
More details are expected as the court continues delivering its judgment on the remaining issues raised in the petition.
