Uhuru’s security swiftly acts after a standstill at Magoha’s Burial
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Uhuru's security use box formation to shield the former president after a standstill at Magoha's Burial
Uhuru’s security use box formation to shield the former president after a standstill at Magoha’s Burial.
Security personnel of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta on Saturday took cover after a short standstill was experienced during George Magoha’s funeral service.
Mourners took centre stage, with praises and songs after ODM leader Raila Odinga who was dressed in Luo traditional attire arrived at the venue followed by a huge crowd.
Raila performed the Luo traditional cultural chant -Siguweya- where he chanted ‘jowi’ with his entourage, bringing the service to a standstill.
Given the high activity level next to Magoha’s casket, Uhuru’s security adopted the box formation around him, with the lead aide directing him to remain seated.
Four security guards stood in front, two others beside him, as other aides guarded his rear while scanning the environment.
The box formation ensures that a VIP is given 360 degrees of protection in high-risk crowds. The formation also ensures that the subject is centred and safely guarded during extraction.
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As Raila honoured Magoha, Uhuru’s aide restrained any movements next to the former President as they helped to clear the venue.
After calm was restored, the former President was seen engaging Raila’s wife – Ida, as the former Prime Minister retreated to change his attire.
Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju also explained the chant and standstill, adding that it was part of the Luo traditions.
“I talked to him (Raila) yesterday – Friday, February 10, and he never told me he would come dressed in traditional attire. For our Nigerian family, now you know what it means to be buried in Luo land,” he clarified.
Meanwhile, Uhuru’s security was recently scaled down by the government with Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome explaining that it was part of the reorganization done after a new government steps in.
However, the government did not reveal the number of officers he was left with.
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