Why Uhuru did not speak during Azimio requiem service, Insider
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Kioni reveals why Uhuru Kenyatta did not speak during Azimio requiem service for victims of police brutality
Kioni reveals why Uhuru Kenyatta did not speak during Azimio requiem service for victims of police brutality.
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta did not address the crowd during the memorial service for protesters held on Friday, July 27, despite grabbing headlines with his surprise appearance.
Kenyatta, who had accused the government of carrying out a witch hunt in a televised interview, was the center of attention.
However, observers believe that the former head of state deliberately took a back seat in order to leave the country guessing about his next move.
On Saturday, July 28, embattled Jubilee party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni stated that the opposition leaders collectively agreed to allow Uhuru to maintain his silence at the event held at the Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka Command Center in Karen, Nairobi.
He explained that the ceremony was held to honor the memory of demonstrators who had died or been injuredpolice.
Kioni said that the joint statement Wiper leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, read represented their collective views and stance on Azimio protests, excessive force meted on protesters and the way forward.
“We were there to encourage and feel the family of those who passed on. We were also there to pray and wish a quick recovery to those injured.
“It was not a day for speeches but for being there for the family,” Kioni disclosed the sole real of the meeting.
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Uhuru made an impromptu appearance at the Friday memorial service, marking his return to Azimio public events after several months of absence.
Kioni usually represented the former President at rallies and press conferences.
The former President arrived at the venue minutes past 10 am and stayed through the service until 3 pm.
In addition to laying flowers to honour the deceased, the former President made a generous donation of Ksh1 million towards the bereaved families.
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga also made a similar contribution.
Political analysts have opined that Uhuru’s presence at the event was a statement in itself despite not speaking to the congregation.
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