Interior Cabinet Secretary Onesimus Kipchumba Murkomen on Friday met the man whose voice went viral during the late Raila Odinga’s body viewing at Kasarani Stadium.The unidentified man, famous for shouting the now-iconic phrase, “Murkomen amevaa Pencil…,” finally had a face-to-face meeting with the CS.
During the body viewing, the man’s bold remarks sent shockwaves through the crowd.
He first shouted, “A whole minister amevaa tight!” prompting laughter from sections of the audience and causing Murkomen to consult security officers amid the commotion.
Continuing his remarks, the man stated, “Hawa Wakale nao kuvaa ni shida!” which elicited further laughter from those around him.
This bold and impromptu comment was swiftly recorded on video and circulated extensively on social media.
The footage generated varied responses online; some Kenyans found humor in the boldness, while others viewed it as indicative of a diminishing respect for government officials among the public.
The incident quickly became a trending topic across multiple platforms.On Friday, CS Murkomen welcomed the man, who was reportedly rewarded with one hundred bundles in recognition of his viral fame.
The gesture was aimed at lightening the mood following the tense moment during the national mourning event.
Speaking after the meeting, sources said Murkomen acknowledged the humor in the situation while also emphasizing the importance of decorum during public events.
The encounter, however, highlighted how quickly viral moments can capture public attention and spark nationwide conversations.
The viral chant and its aftermath underscore the power of social media in shaping narratives and the unpredictable ways in which public figures and ordinary citizens interact in today’s Kenya.
By Nairobi