A self confessed hitman has admitted that he bought a pistol that killed Tom Mboya, a prominent Kenyan politician and independence activist, who was assassinated on July 5, 1969, in Nairobi, Kenya. Mboya was a key figure in the Kenyan independence movement and served in various government positions, including Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. His assassination led to widespread unrest and political tension in Kenya. His death remains a significant event in Kenyan history, highlighting the intense political rivalries of the time.
Reactions from Kenyans:
"Sometimes statements are so hard to understand. Did he buy it after it killed him or before it killed him? From that point we can judge on what to do to him." Nelson Lugalia said.
"It's never too late for justice,some form of punishment must be meted on him." Dan Shavola said.
"My country Kenya, can I have his no. please, I need to inquire something from him." Naitwa Japheth.
"Old man you deprived us a future, a brilliant and gallant leader who held Kenya's hope in his shoulders. Kenya will never forgive you." Koech Kibor said.
"I don't understand didn't he buy the gun that was used to kill or he bought the gun after killing?" Millicent Muthoka said
"People are judging Mzee without understanding, he bought it from the hitman." Tanui K Emmanuel said.
"Khaii you normally say "old is gold"does it really apply to this kamzee?" Ochwari Andrew said.
"You can kill a person but not the spirit 😢 for almost 60 yrs the man has been battling the spirit after the death of this man his generation will continue with the link." John K said
"Did the police close the Mboya assassination inquest? Okiya Omtata kindly move to court." George William Said.
"At his age maybe he is suffering dimentia since mboya killer is known." Kimathi Mbaya said.
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