Machakos was a scene of grief and solemnity on Saturday as the body of Moses Muthama Nduya, son of Parliamentary Service Commissioner Johnson Muthama, arrived from the mortuary ahead of burial. The family and mourners gathered to pay their last respects, but the ceremony also highlighted the political sensitivities surrounding the Muthama family.
The funeral, held in Machakos, saw former Senator Johnson Muthama and Senator Agnes Kavindu seated separately. The two organized distinct mourning sessions for their only son, a reflection of their personal grieving styles. Despite the sadness, tension was noticeable as political affiliations of attendees became a point of attention.
Johnson Muthama, who serves in the broad-based government, addressed mourners with a firm message. He welcomed those who came to grieve but drew a clear boundary against politicizing the occasion. Muthama emphasized that discussions promoting political agendas, particularly the “wantam” campaign aimed at limiting President William Ruto to a single term, were unwelcome.
Muthama warned that any violation of his directive would be met with immediate action. He made it clear that the focus should remain on mourning his son and expressing gratitude for the life lived, not advancing partisan messages.
The term “wantam” has gained traction in recent political debates, especially after shifts following Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment. Opposition figures have used it as a rallying cry, but Muthama insisted that funerals are inappropriate venues for such politics.
By Newshub