This archive report was first published on 2 August 2019.
The family of the late Kibra MP Ken Okoth is embroiled in a dispute over burial rites, with a woman claiming to be his second wife emerging with a 5-year-old son.
According to Governor Mike Sonko, who surprised mourners at the funeral by revealing that Ken and the woman, identified as Anne Thumbi, were lovers and that the child was indeed Ken's son.
"During some medical camp in 2013, Ken met a beautiful nurse from Sonko Rescue Team with whom he bore a child. I am a witness to that effect," Sonko claimed.
He added, "We are cognizant of the fact that Ken had a son with one of the nominated Nairobi MCA by the name Ann Thumbi alias Anita. The two love birds did not hide the fact that they shared a son."
Sonko also appealed to the family to acknowledge the child's existence and allow him to participate in the burial rites.
"My humble appeal is that even as we prepare to bury Ken, let's not forget his son. He too needs and has a right to participate in the send off of his beloved dad," Sonko stated.
Photos of Anne Thumbi have been circulating online, sparking further debate over her claims.
