Angry mourners refuse to listen to DP Kindiki's speech at Murang'a burial
Attempting to calm the mourners, Speaker Murimi pleaded, “Allow me to read so that we can give Mark respect."
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata and Kirinyaga County Speaker Muteti Murimi faced a tough time to quell angry mourners during the burial of the late nominated MCA Mark Gicheru Wainaina in Kirogo, Kiharu constituency, on Saturday.
The mourners booed and interrupted their attempts to read condolence messages from President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
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Speaker Murimi, tasked with reading the DP’s message, faced the brunt of the crowd’s discontent. Loud booing quickly interrupted him as he began, "To the great people of Murang'a, fellow mourners, ladies and gentlemen..."
Attempting to calm the mourners, he pleaded, “Allow me to read so that we can give Mark respect." However, the crowd remained unrelenting, motioning for him to stop.
Murang’a residents refuse to listen to Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s speech delivered by a representative at a burial.
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Recognising the hostility, the presiding priest stepped in and urged calm.
“Let us maintain peace in this service, thank you,” he appealed, suggesting that Murimi hand the message directly to the family. Amid cheers and applause from the mourners, Murimi obliged and took his seat.
Governor Kang’ata, observing the mood, opted not to read President Ruto’s condolence message. Instead, he addressed the gathering briefly, stating, “Let me also request that I hand the speech of the President to the family.”
He then passed the document to Wainaina’s relatives, avoiding further interruptions.
On November 13, severe pulmonary disease, which led to lung failure, claimed the life of the late Mark Wainaina, known for his dedication to public service.
Despite the disruption, the priest and family managed to restore decorum, ensuring the service concluded peacefully.
