Prominent political figures gathered at All Saints’ Cathedral in Nairobi on Thursday, October 1, 2026, for the memorial service of Mwalimu Jackson Karua Njarubiu, the late father of former Justice Minister Martha Karua.
Among those who attended the solemn ceremony were former ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, Suba South MP Millie Odhiambo and former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju.
Their presence at the memorial brought together leaders from different political backgrounds as family, friends and dignitaries paid tribute to Mwalimu Jackson Karua Njarubiu.
Mwalimu Jackson was remembered as an influential figure in his family and community, with mourners gathering to celebrate his life and offer condolences to the Karua family during a difficult period.
Martha Karua, a prominent Kenyan lawyer and former presidential candidate, has received messages of condolence from political leaders and members of the public following the death of her father.
The memorial service also provided an opportunity for politicians who have been active in Kenya’s opposition politics to meet away from the political arena.
Sifuna’s attendance is particularly notable given his recent political activities and his association with the emerging Linda Mwananchi political movement.
The former Nairobi senator has been at the centre of renewed discussions surrounding opposition unity ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Babu Owino, another prominent opposition politician, also joined other leaders at the cathedral to honour the late Mwalimu Jackson.
Millie Odhiambo, a veteran legislator from Homa Bay County, was also among those who attended the service, alongside Tuju, who previously served in government and has remained active in national political discussions.
The gathering reflected the broad connections of the Karua family across Kenya’s political landscape, with leaders putting political differences aside to stand with the family in mourning.
The service at All Saints’ Cathedral was marked by prayers, tributes and reflections on the life of Mwalimu Jackson.
Family members, friends and political leaders gathered to remember his contribution to his family and society.
As the country continues to mourn the passing of Martha Karua’s father, the memorial service offered an important moment for Kenyans from different political and social backgrounds to come together in solidarity with the family.
The presence of Sifuna, Babu Owino, Millie Odhiambo and Tuju underscored the respect accorded to the late Mwalimu Jackson and the significance of the occasion as the Karua family continues with the process of laying him to rest.