Former Citizen TV Journalist Willis Raburu Injured in Linda Mwananchi Campaign Accident
Former Citizen TV journalist Willis Raburu sustained minor injuries after being struck by a vehicle while participating in the 'Linda Mwananchi' campaign trail in Trans Nzoia County. Despite the accident, Raburu continued with the campaign, downplaying the severity of his injuries.
Why it matters
The incident highlights safety concerns regarding the intensity and organization of political campaign tours in Kenya.
A signpost of Royal Media Services Headquarters along Dennis Pritt Road in Nairobi. Photo Citizen TV --> Former Citizen TV journalist Willis Raburu sustained minor injuries in a road accident while on the Linda Mwananchi campaign trail in Trans Nzoia County, becoming one of several people involved in accidents during the political tour.
Footage obtained by Kenyans.co.ke on Saturday, July 25, shows Raburu recounting the incident, explaining that he had been left behind by the main convoy and was riding on a motorcycle when a vehicle struck him, knocking him to the ground.
Raburu said the driver did not stop after the collision, forcing him to get back on his feet and continue pursuing the convoy despite suffering minor injuries.
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