Don't politicize Mukami Kimathi's burial, Raila tells Gachagua

"The late Dedan Kimathi and his wife the late Mukami Kimathi fought for the independence of Kenya and their role should be appreciated by all Kenyans. Now that preparations for Mukami's burial are in progress, I am asking Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and other politicians not to politicise this matter," said Raila.

The Azimio leader supported proposals by other freedom fighters for the burial site of Kimathi to be located so that he can be buried beside Mukami at their Njabini home in Nyandarua County.

He said this is the greatest honour the government can give the two freedom fighters.

"I cannot miss attending the funeral of Shujaa Mama Mukami wa Kimathi. We have been close and I will be in Njabini for her final ceremony on earth. Her role and that of her late husband in fighting for the independence of our country is indelible in the hearts of all Kenyans," said Raila.

Veteran Freedom fighter Gitu Kahengeri who accompanied Raila said that it was the wish of all those of fought for independence and their descendants that the body of Dedan Kimathi be found and buried in Njabini.