KAREN, Nairobi- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Kenyans to unite in protecting the country’s peace and stability, while condemning rising incidents of violence, arson and criminality witnessed during recent protests.
Speaking on Wednesday during the requiem mass of Anita Kendi, daughter of former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi, held at Africa Gospel Church in Karen, Nairobi, Kindiki said the country must reject opportunistic criminals taking advantage of legitimate public grievances to cause chaos.
“The despicable acts of arson, robberies, and even deaths occasioned by opportunistic criminals taking advantage of otherwise legitimate expression of grievances should jolt us to condemn all those who threaten our country’s future,” Kindiki said.
The Deputy President urged Kenyans to rise above political and ethnic divisions and work together to safeguard national peace, security and unity during difficult times.
“As we reflect on the loss for this and other grieving families around our country, I plead that we all work together regardless of political or other differences to protect the peace, stability and security of our homeland,” he stated.
Kindiki also expressed his condolences to Kiraitu Murungi and his family, describing the loss of a child as one of the most painful experiences any parent can endure.
“The loss of a child is the most painful experience for a parent, and no amount of consolation is enough to comfort my brother Kiraitu and his family. May God comfort them,” he added.
The requiem mass brought together several political leaders, government officials, friends and family members who gathered to mourn Anita Kendi and support the Murungi family during the difficult moment.
Kindiki’s remarks come amid heightened political tensions and public debate over recent protests that have in some areas turned violent, leading to destruction of property, clashes with police and loss of lives in parts of the country.
