Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has been dropped as the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) deputy party leader following its merger with Amani National Congress (ANC).

Prof Kindiki had been elevated as UDA deputy party leader on November 11 to occupy the slot that fell vacant after the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who was kicked out of the ruling party as a consequence.

“The national executive committee notes: That by virtue of the resolution of the National Assembly and the vote of the Senate and by operation of Articles 75 (3) and145 (7) of the Constitution of Kenya as read together with Article 8.2.19 of the UDA Party Constitution, HE Rigathi Gachagua is unable to perform the duties of the office of Deputy Party Leader and subsequently ceases to hold office as Deputy Party leader,” National Executive Council announced on that November day.