President mourns Mariakani accident victims

By Julian Kamau

President Uhuru Kenyatta has sent a message of condolence to the families of 10 youths from the Presbyterian Church of East Africa who died in a road accident at Mariakani in Kilifi County.

He said the death of the innocent youths has robbed the country vital young talents that would have contributed immensely to nation building.

“Their demise, therefore, is a big loss not only to their family, relatives and friends but the country at large,” the President said.

Regretting that the country continued to lose innocent lives in road accidents, the President urged road users to exercise maximum caution to avoid accidents and further loss of precious lives.

He directed the police to enforce traffic rules fully and ensure only roadworthy vehicles operate on the roads to avoid the unnecessary loss of lives.

The President wished the 36 youths injured in the accident and admitted in various hospitals in Mombasa County quick recovery, as doctors monitor their situation closely.

He prayed to God to give the bereaved families the strength and courage to bear the tragic loss.