Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed justice after gospel artist Rachel Wandeto died from severe burns sustained in a petrol attack allegedly linked to political intolerance in Nairobi.

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NAIROBI, Kenya, May 18 — Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has pledged swift justice following the death of gospel artist Rachel Wandeto, who succumbed to severe burn injuries after a brutal petrol attack allegedly linked to political intolerance.

Wandeto died on Monday morning while undergoing treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital, days after assailants reportedly attacked her in Nairobi’s Mwiki area within Kasarani Sub-county.

Medical officials said she had sustained burns covering nearly 70 percent of her body.

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In a strongly worded statement, Murkomen described the incident as a senseless and intolerable act of violence that should serve as a wake-up call to the country.

“I am profoundly saddened to learn of the demise of Ms Rachel Wandeto following a heinous attack by a vile and intolerant group of people,” Murkomen said.

“No one deserves to be injured or killed for their political views or affiliation in this day and age. It should prick the conscience of those propagating politics of hate, violence and division.”

The Interior CS visited Wandeto at the hospital on Sunday evening alongside Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and other senior security officials.

According to Murkomen, despite her critical condition, the singer displayed courage and resilience during the visit.

“When I visited Rachel in the hospital last evening, her face showed resilience and courage. It is quite unfortunate that she lost the fight,” he said.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya