Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu has stirred fresh controversy by claiming that senators who voted for the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua were paid handsomely. Nyutu swore before God that no senator received less than Ksh 10 million from the government.
The Senator maintained that he was not afraid to speak the truth regardless of the consequences. He accused the President of double standards, insisting that he could not preach against corruption while being the “Chief bribe-giver.”
According to Nyutu, the entire impeachment process was driven by money and not by principle. His words have cast doubt on the integrity of the Senate vote and reignited debate over Gachagua’s removal.
The remarks have provoked heated responses from other senators who supported the impeachment. Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda denied the allegations, swearing on the Bible that she never received any form of bribe.
Kilifi Senator Danson Mungatana also rubbished the claims, warning that they were meant to tarnish the reputation of lawmakers. He challenged Nyutu to table proof of the alleged multi-million shilling payouts.
The impeachment of Gachagua was one of the most dramatic political episodes in recent Kenyan history. His allies claimed he was unfairly targeted for refusing to align with the President, while opponents accused him of undermining the government.
Nyutu’s latest revelation has now shifted focus from the legality of the impeachment to the alleged bribery behind it. His bold statement has deepened divisions within Kenya Kwanza and fuelled fresh mistrust among senators.
The public reaction has been sharp, with many Kenyans expressing anger over the alleged misuse of taxpayers’ money. Civil society groups are now demanding that anti-corruption agencies open investigations into Nyutu’s explosive claims.
Whether the Senator provides tangible evidence or not, his words have left a heavy cloud of suspicion over Parliament. For Gachagua’s supporters, the statement validates their belief that the impeachment was staged through financial inducement.
As the dust rises once again, questions about accountability and transparency in Kenya’s political system remain unanswered. The “Sisi Tulilipwa” confession has turned into a national talking point, shaking confidence in the country’s leadership.
By Kenyans