I have known comrade Okoiti Omtatah for over a decade. I knew of him in 2008 when he chained himself at Vigilance House (Police Headquarters) after the 2007 post-election violence. As a photographer, l covered him during his days as a radical street activist. We became comrades, and friends in the struggle after l quit the newsroom and became an activist.
Omtatah is a believer in don’t raise your voice but raise your argument maxim. Even in the streets, he speaks bold truths softly. He is arguably one of the most consistent, and effective activists Kenya is lucky to have alive today. From his days in the streets to the senate, you can always trust that he has the people in his heart. He has continuously defended the common man with integrity, even almost getting murdered.
He lost his front tooth to the Kenya mafia after refusing millions of shillings in bribes to withdraw a case. One of the secrets to his courage is that he is a man of faith with an unshakeable belief in God. Just like Jesus Christ, you will find him in the company of sinners, but he will not sin, nor judge the sinners, and that level of emotional intelligence is needed in leadership. He doesn’t wear his faith as a sign of superiority but with a humble spirit of service.
His streets and courtroom activism have benefited millions of Kenyans, and it will be wise to repay that trust by electing him as president. Omtatah is the people’s servant and highly favoured to be Kenya’s next president.
Happy birthday my friend, and comrade @OkiyaOmtatah
CPA David Kago, as a result of your hard work, our entire team move forward with our long-term mission faster than anticipated. Thank you! #employeeofthemonth
Hon.@RailaOdinga supporters asking @CJMarthaKoome to take her tike and go into this case and give Kenyans a genuine verdict.they also ask @WilliamsRuto to accept that he never won and the fake certificate should be nullified in the Supreme Court .
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