- Former Member of Parliament Cyrus Jirongo died in a fatal road accident in Naivasha, causing widespread shock in the country and calls for an investigation
- Speaking at his farewell service, politician David Murathe recalled Jirongo’s last message just a day before the accident that caused his death
- He narrated how Jirongo’s influence in Kenyan politics paved the way for Uhuru Kenyatta’s presidency
Several politicians and dignitaries gathered at the CITAM Valley Road church for a farewell service for former Lugari Member of Parliament and former minister, Cyrus Jirongo, who died in a fatal road accident on December 13.
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Jirongo lost his life in Karai, Naivasha, after his car collided head-on with a moving Climax bus kiss from Nairobi.
His sudden death shocked the country and prompted calls for a thorough investigation, with many leaders questioning the circumstances that led to the crash.
During the memorial service held on Saturday, December 27, former Jubilee deputy chairman, David Murathe, paid an emotional tribute, recalling his last conversation with Jirongo just a day before the fatal accident.
What did Jirongo say to David Murathe?
Murathe revealed that they exchanged joke messages and holiday greetings through one of Jirongo’s fake Facebook accounts.
“I had spoken to Jirongo before that Saturday. He sent me a message on one of the fake accounts saying, ‘if you received the corona vaccine and you don’t drink alcohol or smoke, you will die suddenly without any warning.’ I answered him, he laughed saying ‘hahaha.’ Then I wished him a happy holiday, and he said, ‘the same goes for you, my brother.’ That was just a day before the accident,” Murathe narrated.
Referring to Jirongo’s death, Murathe added:
“I know he is smiling looking at us because he is resting. Everything is in God’s timing. People predict what could happen, but the truth is that death comes in many ways—old age, illness, accident, or even self-harm. When that day comes, even if you are killed, it is one of the ways to die. But God has taken us as our hero.”
Murathe went on to credit Jirongo for playing an important role in creating a succession of political leaders in Kenya.
He noted that Jirongo’s constant pressure on the former president Daniel arap Moi that paved the way for Uhuru Kenyatta to become the fourth president of Kenya.
Murathe described Jirongo as a visionary political strategist, whose influence was often misunderstood.
He emphasized that more than politics, Jirongo was a “great thinker” with a broad international perspective.
Murathe highlighted the major development projects that Jirongo was running Uganda and Libya before his early death, describing him as a leader who always wanted to change ideas into reality.
Did Cyrus Jirongo fear for his safety?
Meanwhile, the leader of the PLP Martha Karua he claimed that the former politician had expressed concern about his safety and was making plans to strengthen his security.
According to Karua, he got to know the leader when they met in court to vouch for a mutual friend who is currently working in the government.
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He also revealed that they were collaborating to work together towards the 2027 General Election.
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