As his motorcade pulled in, the crowd stood up almost instantly, with chants and applause rippling through the venue. Some mourners were seen stretching their hands toward him, hoping for a handshake or brief acknowledgment as he made his way inside.
Uhuru appeared calm and composed as he greeted people along the path, pausing briefly to acknowledge the crowd. Security officers moved quickly to create space, but the excitement made it difficult to control the movement of people eager to get closer to him.
Several leaders present at the funeral stepped forward to formally welcome the former president, exchanging handshakes and short conversations before guiding him to his seat. The gestures reflected the respect and influence Uhuru still commands despite being out of office.
The atmosphere noticeably shifted after his arrival, with many mourners turning their attention toward him and discussing his presence in low tones. Phones were lifted into the air as people tried to capture the moment, adding to the buzz around the ceremony.
Uhuru’s appearance became one of the most talked about moments of the funeral, emphasizing his continued political weight and the strong reactions he still draws from the public, even at a private and emotional event meant to honor the late Cyrus Jirongo.
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