September 20, 2024

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Former Kenyan president Kibaki dies at 90

Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta introduced the demise of former president Mwai Kibaki.

Former Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki has died on the age of 90. Kibaki’s demise was once introduced Friday, April 22, 2022. (AP Photograph)

Former Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki has died on the age of 90.

Kibaki’s demise was once introduced Friday by way of President Uhuru Kenyatta, who mentioned his passing was once a tragic day for the rustic and praised his predecessor as an excellent Kenyan.

“Mwai Kibaki will eternally be remembered as a gentleman in Kenyan politics, a super debater and person who suggested construction within the nation,” Kenyatta mentioned.

Kibaki served two phrases as president of the East African nation, ruling from 2002 to 2013.

His reelection to a 2nd time period in 2007 put a dent in his lengthy profession as his victory was once disputed by way of his opponent, Raila Odinga.

Hundreds of other people had been killed in months of tribal violence ahead of an settlement was once reached with the assistance of outsiders.

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