A video circulating on social media has captured a dramatic behind-the-scenes moment at the burial of senior police officer Lazarus Simiyu Opicho, which took place on Friday, October 16, and was already charged with political tension before the footage emerged.
What happened at Opicho’s burial?
MPs in attendance used the platform to criticise President William Ruto’s administration, particularly over the withdrawal of Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s security detail.
Security officials responded by cutting microphones and barring opposition figures, including Sifuna and Godfrey Osotsi, from addressing the mourners, arguing the occasion should be kept strictly as a moment of mourning rather than a political platform.
The ceremony had already descended into chaos before the footage drew attention online.
The clip shows DJ Spider, well known as the official DJ for Raila Odinga’s rallies before he joined Edwin Sifuna’s camp, being escorted through the venue by one of Sifuna’s security personnel.
Spider, dressed in a Manchester United jersey and a black cap, visibly appeared on edge as the bodyguard guided him and instructed him to take a seat directly behind Sifuna.
Sifuna himself looked puzzled by the unfolding commotion around him.
Some unconfirmed reports online suggested that police had been looking to arrest Spider at the burial, though this has not been officially confirmed.
The footage quickly drew reactions from Kenyans on social media, with opinions ranging from concern to criticism:
James Junior:
“Unakuja kucheza ngoma za Sifuna kwa matanga ya polisi?”
Cops KE:
“Arrest them. How can they disrupt a police burial with politics?”
Angeline Olayo:
“Our brother, may God keep him safe.”
Kiki Irene:
“The calmness of Sifuna.”
Ismael Wambia:
“The best DJ in Kenya.”
