Silas Jakakimba recently visited the family of Stella Nyongesa, a student who was killed in the Garissa University massacre.
Jakakimba recounts how he surprised his crew by deciding to visit the Nyongesa family in Tongaren, Bungoma County, after arriving in Kisumu from Migori County. He says they got lost twice before reaching the homestead.
Jakakimba mentions that he carried a presidential letter signed by President Uhuru Kenyatta, which listed promises to the family and expressed regret for their loss. The letter assured the family of justice for the brutality they suffered.
Personal Experience with Terrorism ¶
Jakakimba shares his personal experience with terrorism, recalling how he narrowly escaped the Westgate Mall attack on September 21, 2013. He says that incident left him scared of terrorism and its effects.
He also mentions a documentary by NTV's Dennis Okari, 'Children of A Lesser God', which featured the pain and anguish of Stella's family after her death. Jakakimba says this documentary moved him to visit the family and offer his condolences.
Call to Action ¶
Jakakimba urges President Kenyatta to move from rhetoric to action in ensuring the security of Kenyans. He notes that the Nyongesa family still awaits justice for the loss of their daughter, as promised by the government.
Jakakimba concludes by paying tribute to Stella and other victims of terrorism, saying their souls will eternally rest in peace.
The recovered account cited reporting by Citizen TV,Nation.
