Why I would not support Gachagua if he is cleared to run for president – Natembeya
Natembeya has explained why he would not support former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in a future presidential race, even if he is cleared to contest.
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has explained why he would not support former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in a future presidential race, even if he is cleared to contest.
In an interview on Wednesday, March 11, Natembeya said allowing one region to hold the presidency for too long could create unnecessary competition.
“I believe the presidency should rotate; the Mt Kenya community has had it for over 30 years. It will create an unhealthy competition,” he said.
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The remarks come amid ongoing debate about the political future of leaders who have been impeached and whether they can still seek elective office in the future.
Article 75(3) of the Constitution, under Chapter Six on Leadership and Integrity, states that a person who has been removed from office for violating the Constitution or any other law is disqualified from holding any other State office.
Elective positions such as President, Deputy President, Governor, Senator, Member of Parliament, and Member of County Assembly are classified as state offices under the Constitution.
This means that if a leader is removed through impeachment specifically for violating the Constitution or the law, they may be barred from contesting any elective seat in the future.
However, in practice, whether such an individual can run again often depends on the exact grounds for their removal and how courts interpret the matter.
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