The Lower Eastern Times Opening The Third Eye
Two individuals, including a young boy, were harmed in Rapogi Village, Migori County, amid a confrontation between opposing political factions during a funeral.
The clash ensued between groups supporting Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko and those backing Uriri MP Mark Nyamita.
Amidst the chaos, gunfire erupted, prompting attendees to flee for safety.
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The longstanding animosity between the two factions turned the funeral into a scene of conflict. Governor Ayacko condemned the incident, attributing it to the MP’s alleged instigation of violence in the area.
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In response, Nyamita accused the governor of using violence as a distraction from his own shortcomings. Both parties criticized the use of violence in politics and accused each other’s security teams of aggression.
