Veteran journalist buried in emotional ceremony attended by hundreds of mourners

Former journalists who worked with the late David Njuguna Mutonya carry his casket led by Kaloleni MP Paul Katana (right) during his burial at the Mbaraki Cemetery who passed on two weeks ago after a long illness, January 05, 2018. [PHOTO BY GIDEON MAUNDU/STANDARD]

Hundreds of mourners on Friday attended the burial of veteran journalist David Njuguna Mutonya, 57, who was eulogised as a liberation hero, human rights defender and anti-corruption crusader.

Friends, relatives and colleagues described the former Nation Media Group Mombasa bureau chief as a firm but friendly man who mentored journalists and promoted theatre.