Uhuru, Gachagua and Kalonzo Under One Roof: Inside Nairobi Requiem Mass

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka were among prominent political figures who converged at PCEA Nairobi West Church for the requiem Mass of the late Beatrice Wambui Muturi.

The gathering brought together the three leaders, alongside Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalwa and other notable personalities, as they joined the bereaved family in paying their last respects to the deceased.

The presence of the political figures under one roof offered a notable moment at the church service, particularly with Uhuru and Gachagua appearing at the same event.

Gachagua shared details of the gathering through his social media platforms, confirming that he had arrived at the church alongside the former President, Kalonzo and Wamalwa to stand with the family during the difficult moment.

In his tribute, the former Deputy President described Beatrice as a mother and the heart of her family, highlighting the loss suffered by those closest to her.

“Together with the 4th President of Kenya Uhuru Kenyatta, Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa and other notable leaders, we have arrived at PCEA Nairobi West Church to join the family of Beatrice Wambui Muturi as we bid farewell to the late Beatrice a mother and the heart of the family,” Gachagua stated.

He also invoked Psalm 34:18, which reads: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

Gachagua prayed that God would draw near to the grieving family and grant them comfort and strength as they mourned their loved one.

The requiem Mass brought together leaders from different political formations, with their attendance centred on supporting the bereaved family and honouring the memory of Beatrice Wambui Muturi.

While the gathering was primarily a moment of mourning, the presence of Uhuru, Gachagua, Kalonzo and Wamalwa in the same church offered a notable public moment involving several of the country’s prominent political figures.