The burial of the late Senator Karaba was briefly disrupted after a political confrontation broke out during the funeral ceremony in Kirinyaga County.
Tension escalated when Kirinyaga Deputy Governor David Githanda rose to read a tribute on behalf of Governor Anne Waiguru, sparking immediate reaction from a section of mourners.
What was intended to be a solemn moment of honour quickly turned chaotic as some attendees interrupted the speech with jeers and whistles, accusing parts of the county leadership of insincerity.
The situation intensified when a man from the crowd rushed toward the podium and snatched the microphone from the Deputy Governor, abruptly stopping the proceedings.
Security officers and local elders quickly intervened to restore order and shield the officials as emotions ran high among mourners. The disruption caused confusion and briefly halted the funeral service.
Witnesses described the incident as a reflection of underlying political tensions in the region, which spilled into what was meant to be a peaceful farewell for the late senator.
After several minutes, calm was restored and the burial ceremony resumed, although the atmosphere remained tense and emotional.
The late Senator Karaba was later eulogized as a leader who had worked to promote unity, even as his final send-off highlighted deep political divisions within the county.
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