Eric Omondi Dons Buibui to evade police during Mashujaa Parallel Day event: “They were shocked”

• Comedian Eric Omondi has confirmed his safety following reports that he was kidnapped during his parallel Mashujaa Day celebration
• He claimed that a Gen Z police officer informed him of alleged plans to harm him and therefore had to be careful when attending the event
• According to Omondi, police were shocked to realize that he was among protesters running for safety after being teargassed.

Nancy Odindo, journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics, news and features across print and digital media in Kenya.

Comedian Eric Omondi has spoken out following reports of his alleged abduction during Mashujaa Day parallel celebrations at Uhuru Park.

Omondi organized the event to honor protesters who were shot dead during anti-finance bill demonstrations.

Also read

Eric Omondi’s lover Lynne claims he is missing after planning parallel Mashujaa Day: “Free my man”

Why Eric Omondi Went In Disguise During Mashujaa Day

Upon confirming his safety, Omondi revealed that he had received information about an alleged plan to harm him. To avoid arrest and ensure his safety, he disguised himself as a buibui.

“I’m free. I’ve been at Uhuru Park all morning but I was undercover because I received information and was told to be careful. A certain Gen Z police officer called me at 6:30 am and informed me that they had received orders to deal with me once and for all “, stated Omondi.

However, when police used tear gas on the crowd, he was forced to remove his disguise because he was unable to run while wearing it. According to Omondi, the police were surprised to discover his presence at the scene.

“At around 12pm, the police chased us and since I couldn’t run on the bui bui, I was noticed. The police were shocked to realize it was me. The important thing is that we showed up and celebrated our heroes,” he added.

Also read

Rigathi Gachagua says she was denied the opportunity to participate in Mashujaa Day in Kwale

In a video he shared online, Omondi is seen going unnoticed by police officers.

Why Gachagua Missed the Mashujaa Day Event in Kwale

Meanwhile, the accused vice-president, Rigathi Gachagua, claimed that President William Ruto banned him from participating in the Mashujaa Day celebration held in Kwale.

Gachagua alleged that President Ruto had warned Wilson Airport not to allow him to use its routes.

He also stated that all helicopter owners were instructed not to allow him access to any of their helicopters during the event.

What else you need to know about Mashujaa Day

Review by Mercy Nyambura Guthua, Journalist and Editor at TUKO.co.ke

Source: TUKO.co.ke