- While eulogising his close friend, banking mogul Frank Ireri, Uhuru Kenyatta opened up about his personal health struggles, revealing that they persisted into 2025
- Frank passed away at the age of 63 on October 26 after a long battle with cancer, a fight he had openly shared with Uhuru
- The former president’s revelation sparked widespread concern, with Kenyans flooding social media with messages of support and prayers
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Former president Uhuru Kenyatta’s recent heartfelt confession about his life after leaving office has sparked concern among Kenyans.
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Speaking during the burial of his close friend, Frank Ireri, at Karura Community Chapel, Uhuru opened up about personal health challenges he has faced since the end of 2024.
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His emotional speech revealed a rarely seen vulnerable side of the former head of state, who reflected on Ireri’s strength and encouragement even amid his own battle with cancer.
During his tribute, Uhuru disclosed that he had endured health struggles in recent months and that Ireri had been a pillar of support through it all.
Despite dealing with his own illness, Ireri often encouraged the former president to remain positive and strong.
Ireri, who passed away on October 26 at the age of 63 after a long fight with cancer, was a respected banker and one of Uhuru’s longtime friends.
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Kenyans react and pray for Uhuru Kenyatta
Although Uhuru did not specify what illness he had been battling, his admission that he had faced health challenges left many Kenyans worried.
Shortly after a video of his speech surfaced online, social media was flooded with messages of concern, empathy, and prayers for his recovery.
Here are some of the reactions shared online:
Hon Jeff Mathai:
“Atapona in Jesus’s name.”
Mercy Mbae:
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“Haki at times si life utupiga ma kofi.. Thankyou God for you have never let the enemy win..When they conclude it is over,you are right on time ,prove them wrong and prove yourself mighty ,in this we trust you for devine healing.”
Stephen Mutahi:
“Some days ago,this great man,during his reighn visited Nyeri and the whole country suffered from draught. HE led into prayers and the rain came in torrents. People who signified God had the odd city to be called with him who they glorified .May God of Abraham,Isaacs,Jacob and God of uhuru restore Uhuru Muigai’s health.”
Wambo Maryc:
“Jehovah our God and Creator has the final say. Just like he did for Hezekiah,when he speaks,every situation changes.”
Leah Joy:
“That Video of Our Former president, Uhuru Kenyatta is Heartbreaking. May God in heaven see him through healing is Ur portion, Our Champion Quick recovery Baba Ngina.”
Rosemary Waithira:
“God, give this man good health and many favoured years, protect him always.”
Monic Miano:
“Mungu amponye. There’s a God of restoration and healing in heaven He is sir Uhuru’s portion in Jesus mighty name Amen.”
Nganga G Wangige:
“Healing is your portion. The King of the mountain , keep pushing forward. God will see you through the journey.”
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In mid-October 2025, TUKO.co.ke reported the heartbreaking news of former prime minister Raila Odinga’s death while in India, where he suffered a heart attack
The veteran politician, aged 80, reportedly passed away in the arms of his youngest daughter, Winnie, who shared that her father remained strong until his final breath.
Uhuru, one of Raila’s closest allies, stood by the Odinga family throughout the difficult period and continued to offer his support even after the funeral.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
