NARO MORU, Kenya- Senior political leaders from across the country have joined DCP Leader Rigathi Gachagua and his family for the burial of his elder sister, Eunice Nyangari Gachagua, in Naro Moru, Nyeri County.
Among those attending the funeral are Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Linda Mwananchi Leader Edwin Sifuna, former Chief Justice David Maraga, Siaya Governor James Orengo, Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga and Nyandarua Governor Kiarie Badilisha.
DAP-K Leader Eugene Wamalwa and DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala are also attending the burial, which has brought together leaders from different political formations to stand with the Gachagua family.
The late Eunice Nyangari, who died aged 77, was the firstborn sister of the former Deputy President. Gachagua previously described her as the family’s mother figure following the death of their mother, Martha Kirigo Gachagua, seven years ago.
Leaders stand with the Gachagua family
The leaders’ attendance adds to a series of condolence visits made to Gachagua and his family in recent days.
Kalonzo, Sifuna and Wamalwa are among opposition figures who have publicly expressed sympathy with Gachagua following the death of his sister, while several county leaders have also travelled to Nyeri for the funeral.
Former Chief Justice Maraga’s presence brings another national figure to the ceremony. Maraga served as Kenya’s Chief Justice and President of the Supreme Court from 2016 until his retirement in 2021.
The burial has also drawn leaders from Gachagua’s Mt Kenya political base, including Nyeri Governor Kahiga and Nyandarua Governor Badilisha.
Governor Orengo’s attendance reflects the wide political reach of the gathering, with the Siaya County chief joining leaders from Central Kenya, Nairobi, Western Kenya and Ukambani.
Remembering Eunice Nyangari
Eunice Nyangari is being laid to rest at Karicheni, Nyange Village, after a funeral service following the departure of the cortege from Outspan Mortuary.
Gachagua had described his elder sister as a warm, cheerful and wise figure whose guidance helped keep the family together.
In his tribute after her death, he said the family would miss her counsel, warmth and the moments they shared over her 77 years of life.
She is survived by her children, Waithera and Murimi, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and members of the wider Reriani family.
The funeral remains a moment of mourning for the Gachagua family, with leaders and mourners gathering to honour Eunice Nyangari’s life and offer comfort to her loved ones.
