Omtatah Warmly Received at Shujaaz Concert in Uhuru Park
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah received an enthusiastic welcome at the Shujaaz Memorial Concert held at Uhuru Park on Sunday. The concert honored protesters who lost their lives during the recent anti-Finance Bill demonstrations.
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Thousands of Kenyans, predominantly Gen Z and Millennials, gathered to pay their respects. Omtatah, a vocal critic of the now-repealed Finance Bill 2024, was met with loud cheers, underscoring his popularity.
In contrast to some of his National Assembly colleagues who supported the bill and faced hostile receptions, Omtatah was celebrated. Social media footage showed him being warmly received by a crowd upon his arrival at Uhuru Park.
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Taking the stage, Omtatah waved to the crowd and danced to Eric Wainaina’s “Nchi ya Kitu Kidogo,” eliciting wild cheers.
The Shujaaz Memorial Concert attracted a diverse audience. It began with the placement of white crosses bearing the names of those who died during the protests and those still missing. Various artists, including Khaligraph Jones, Bien, Fena, Nameless, Octopizzo, Charisma, Juliani, Eric Wainaina, Sarabi Band, Graffiti Band, Mutoria, and DJ Moh, entertained the crowd.
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Other performers included DJ Double Trouble, Field Marshall Band, Njerae, DJ Lordiwn, MC Kwambox, MC Kibunja, and MC Njoria.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja approved the use of Uhuru Park for the memorial concert. Kenyans turned out in large numbers, carrying and waving Kenyan flags as they enjoyed the performances.
July 7 holds significant historical importance in Kenya’s fight for democracy. It commemorates the nationwide protests on July 7, 1990, which demanded multiparty democracy in Kenya, providing an opportunity to reflect on the country’s history.
