"They Will Never Know Peace," Tiriki Elders Invoke Curse Over Cyrus Jirongo’s Death

Tiriki elders have invoked curses on anyone suspected to have played a role in the death of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo. 

The elders visited Jirongo’s Gigiri home, dressed in traditional attire, to pay their respects and honor the late politician.

During the visit, elder Wandabuli, adorned in African Divine Church religious garb, prayed that Jirongo’s spirit would pursue anyone responsible for his death. 

He instructed that those involved would not find peace, urging that Jirongo be buried lying supine to allow him to follow his killers.

Another elder, Thomas Ingara, who leads Tiriki cultural rituals, described Jirongo as the pride of the Tiriki community. 

He warned that the blood of the Tiriki would follow anyone implicated in the politician’s death, emphasizing Jirongo’s significance as a unifying figure for his people.

The elders’ actions followed traditional Tiriki customs, which often involve rituals to honor the deceased and seek justice for unnatural deaths. 

Their prayers highlight the community’s determination to ensure that the truth behind Jirongo’s death is uncovered.

Cyrus Jirongo, aged 38, died in a tragic road accident in Nakuru County along the Nairobi–Malaba Highway. 

A government pathologist, Johansen Oduor, conducted an autopsy that revealed he died from blunt force trauma to the chest, along with spinal injuries and internal bleeding.

Family and friends of the late politician have continued to demand answers surrounding the circumstances of his death. 

The elders’ visit also served to console the grieving family while reinforcing cultural protocols surrounding death and mourning.

Jirongo’s funeral is scheduled for December 30, 2025, in Lumakanda. The Tiriki elders’ prayers and rituals are expected to be part of the burial proceedings. 

Their invocation of curses underscores the community’s belief in spiritual justice alongside legal inquiry.

The late MP was widely recognized as a vocal leader of the Tiriki sub-tribe within the broader Luhya community. His death has left a significant void among his supporters, who regard him as a symbol of pride and leadership.

The elders’ warning is a reminder of the deep cultural traditions that continue to play a role in addressing grievances and seeking accountability in Kenyan society. Jirongo’s legacy is set to influence both his community and political circles for years to come.