We won’t be intimidated, those behind dad’s killing must be unmasked, MP Were’s son vows
The MP’s son, Boiyd Were, said the family would not be cowed in their quest to hold both the assassins and their sponsors accountable.
We won’t be intimidated, those behind dad’s killing must be unmasked, MP Were’s son vows
Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Were’s children have vowed to pursue justice without fear, even as political leaders called for speedy investigations into the lawmaker’s murder.
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In a solemn tribute during the requiem mass held at Consolata Shrine in Westlands, Nairobi, on Wednesday, the MP’s son, Boiyd Were, said the family would not be cowed in their quest to hold both the assassins and their sponsors accountable.
“We will not be intimidated. As a family, we are united. We are fearless. Dad was fearless, and we will not be intimidated,” he said.
Boiyd described his late father as his hero, role model and greatest supporter, recalling the values he instilled in them through his gentle strength, kindness and unwavering love.
“Dad, you are my hero, my guy, my greatest supporter. Your strength, wisdom and unconditional love shape the person I am today,” Boiyd said.
“You taught me the value of hard work, the power of kindness and the importance of staying true to myself. Even in the hardest times, you cherished our family above all.”
In a heartfelt appeal for justice, Boiyd emphasised that the family wanted not only the killers prosecuted but also those who orchestrated the murder from behind the scenes.
“I know there are four suspects that were apprehended, but we not only want to know the people who did it, we also want to know the people who sponsored it, the people behind the scenes, the people calling the shots,” he said.
His sister, Gynsen Were, also delivered an emotional eulogy, lamenting that she had to mark her birthday without their father for the first time.
“This is my first birthday without my dad. This was always my biggest fear,” she said.
“Who will call me ‘daughter’ or msichana wangu? I don’t know how I will live without you, Dad.”
Gynsen vowed to honour her father’s memory by fulfilling a dream they had shared.
“You went before I could achieve anything in life, but don’t worry, I will buy the Mercedes you always wanted,” she said.
“Although the door between worlds is closed and we are apart until the time God opens it, you will always be in my heart, Daddy.”
The requiem mass was attended by scores of political leaders and dignitaries from across the political divide. Among those present were Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, Kisii Governor Simba Arati and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga.
Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, Opiyo Wandayi, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Majority Whip Sylvanus Osoro, Belgut MP Nelson Koech, and Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot were also in attendance.
Leaders at the mass urged the investigative agencies to move with speed and uncover the full truth behind the MP’s murder, which occurred on April 30, 2025, when he was shot dead inside his vehicle.
They acknowledged the efforts made so far but insisted that those presented in court were mere hitmen and the masterminds must be unmasked.
The body of the late legislator is scheduled to be airlifted to Kabunde Airstrip in Homa Bay on Thursday, May 8, ahead of burial preparations in his constituency.
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