The impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has stirred intense drama in Parliament. Amid this, Kithure Kindiki, a notable legal scholar and Interior CS, has emerged as a potential successor, gaining favor among 69 MPs from Mt. Kenya as their preferred liaison to President Ruto’s administration.
Known for his calm and disciplined approach, Kindiki has been praised for maintaining national security, reducing crime in Nairobi, and reforming the civil registry and immigration. Unlike some colleagues who were reshuffled after Gen Z protests, he retained his position, highlighting his significance in the Cabinet.
Kindiki’s reputation extends beyond politics. He is a professor, an advocate of the High Court, and has practiced law internationally, including at the International Criminal Court (ICC). He played a key role in defending President Ruto and former President Kenyatta at the ICC and was a crucial figure during the 2022 general election.
Political analysts suggest Kindiki’s composed style, contrasted with Gachagua’s, makes him a likely choice for the Deputy President role if the impeachment proceeds. Despite criticisms over police actions during protests, Kindiki maintains that the government respects human rights. His 24-year legal career and calm leadership style have kept him at the forefront of Ruto’s plans, marking him as a reliable crime-buster who avoids grandstanding.
