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Loathed and loved by many in equal measure

Whenever JJ Kamotho visted his rural home in Mathioya, one place he would not pass without making a stop at was Gikoe shopping centre.

It was at this centre where his long time friend, Mbagi wa Maina ran a shop. Maina, a retired police officer and Kamotho were like brothers and had a lot in common.

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