Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi has firmly refuted allegations that he accepted bribes to support the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. In a statement posted on his X account on August 1, 2026, Amisi emphasized that his vote was motivated solely by constitutional duty and personal principles.
"I stand tall as the only MP who never received a bribe to impeach anyone," Amisi declared, adding that his decision was made without financial influence.
He further criticized the notion of accepting money to manipulate constitutional processes, calling it the highest form of disrespect to the nation's supreme law. "Receiving money to violate the Constitution is the highest form of constitutional defilement," he stated, urging for a national renewal with the call, "Kenya needs a Renaissance!"
Context of the Allegations
Amisi's remarks come shortly after National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed alleged that some MPs were paid during the impeachment proceedings against Gachagua in October 2024. Speaking at a political rally in Malava, Kakamega County, on July 26, 2026, Junet claimed an accounting officer facilitated the distribution of funds to legislators, some of whom reportedly misused the money.
Amisi distanced himself from these claims, maintaining that his vote was driven by constitutional integrity rather than monetary gain.
Background on the Impeachment
- Gachagua was impeached by the National Assembly in October 2024.
- The Senate later upheld the impeachment.
- Kenyan courts confirmed the legality of the removal.
This process remains one of the most controversial in recent Kenyan politics. Junet's allegations have reignited debate about the circumstances surrounding the impeachment vote, with Amisi among the first MPs to openly deny involvement in any bribery scheme.
As Kenya approaches the 2027 General Election, discussions about the impeachment continue to influence political discourse.
