Gov’t Restricts Raila Graveside to Just 500 Mourners

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced a restriction of mourners who will be allowed at Raila’s graveside.

On Sunday, the Cabinet Secretary stated that the decision had been reached following thorough consultation with the National Intelligence Service (NIS)

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The decision was prompted by the high number of mourners and dignitaries expected, and concerns over security breaches like those previously experienced at Nyayo and Kasarani.

The CS also urged Kenyans to follow all guidelines set by the government and the Odinga family, adding that the measures were to allow the family to conduct their traditional burial rites without interruption

The process for today remains the same, and all events of the service will take place as planned, while security officers are well-prepared and stationed at every required point. I have no doubt that with public cooperation, we will carry out today’s proceedings successfully.

The CS insisted on the number that will be allowed at the burial site,

For the homestead, the number of attendees is limited to about 500 to ensure the family can go through their final rites in peace. I urge everyone to be sensitive and allow the family the space to grieve and complete the burial rituals properly.

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