Uhuru Reunites with Matiang’i in Daughter Wendy’s Lavish Wedding [PHOTOS]

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday, December 28, graced the wedding of the daughter of former Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Fred Matiang’i, Wendy Bochere Okengo.

The Office of the Fourth President, in a statement, said that Uhuru joined other dignitaries and guests to celebrate the wedding of former CS Matiang’i’s daughter in a colorful ceremony held in Nairobi.

This was the second wedding ceremony of a major political figure’s daughter that the former President has attended in less than a month, having attended the wedding of former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka‘s daughter, Damarie Saada, earlier in December.

“Former President Uhuru Kenyatta joined other dignitaries and guests to celebrate the union of Wendy Bochere Okengo and Frankline Kashindi Luseno in Nairobi County. Wendy is the daughter of Dr. Fred Matiang’i, a former Cabinet Secretary who served in Uhuru’s government,” read part of the statement.

“It wasn’t just a celebration of love but also of the strong connections that bring families, communities, and the country closer.”

Among the notable attendees were Wiper Party leader Kalonzo, veteran politician Sam Ongeri, Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo, former ICT Cabinet Secretary Joe Mucheru and former Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Karanja Kibicho, among others.

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The event included colorful performances that highlighted the couple’s journey together.

Former President Uhuru, on his part, rocked an African print shirt with a fedora hat and black trousers. He at one point removed the fedora hat to pose for some photos.

Uhuru Kenyatta graces Fred Matiangi’s daughter Wendy Bochere wedding

In his remarks, Kenyatta wished the newlyweds well while noting, “Marriage is a wonderful journey that needs love, trust, and respect from both partners. Wendy and Frankline, as you begin this new part of your lives, I hope your home is full of peace and joy, and may your relationship be an example for others.”

The former President also reflected on the significance of family in strengthening societal bonds, adding, “Today’s celebration reminds us of the importance of togetherness and the values that bind us as a community.”

Notably, this was the third public appearance for Uhuru since he met with President William Ruto on December 9 when his former deputy paid him a visit at his rural Ichaweri home in Gatundu, Kiambu County 

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UhuRuto meeting

The Office of the Fourth President, in a statement said that the two leaders engaged in discussions pertaining to Kenya’s national interest particularly matters that have been raised by citizens as challenges and handicaps to their well-being.

“These included animosity within the political ranks that has created a hostile atmosphere leading to harassment of individuals perceived to be in opposition or hostile to the Government, matters of taxation that have been raised by Kenyans and possible solutions to them, matters of insecurity and best practice in citizen policing and matters of human capital at all levels capable of resolving these challenges,” read part of the statement.

It added, “President Kenyatta encouraged President Ruto to build broader political consensus that ensures inclusivity in governance and development at all levels. They also discussed the need for a vibrant opposition that is crucial for our democracy.” 

Following the meeting between the two leaders, Uhuru appeared in public yet again when Marc Dillard, the new Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Kenya, and the UK High Commissioner to Kenya, Neil Wigan, separately paid him a courtesy visit at his Gatundu home.

The former President’s office said that his discussions with the envoys focused on the Nairobi Peace Process and regional peace initiatives.

On December 15, Uhuru also appeared in public when he attended the Tripartite Summit on the peace and security situation in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), held in Luanda, Angola.

Matiang’i seen in public after launching Presidential bid

For former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i, his daughter’s wedding ceremony was the second public appearance that he has made days after declaring his interest in running for president in 2027.

Back in September, reports emerged that the former CS threw his foot in the race for president in 2027 and hired a Canadian lobbying firm Dickens & Madson on July 29, 2024, to support his bid.

Citizen TV reported that documents revealed that Matiang’i had already paid a down payment of $65,000 (Ksh.8.4 million) at the time of the agreement and is set to pay a retainer of $250,000 (Ksh.32.3 million).

Months after the reports emerged, the former Interior CS sparked buzz and excitement among residents of Kitui on December 20 when he toured the Eastern side of the nation while on his way from Katulani village.

He had gone to condole with the family of his bodyguard Christopher Wambua who passed on in September. Wambua had been Matiangi’s bodyguard for 10 years.

Matiang’i made stop overs in different parts of the county, where he interacted with locals and hawkers along Kitui-Machakos road. 

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