In a dramatic turn of events, Jacob Ochola, who claims to be the son of the late former President Mwai Kibaki, has escalated tensions by seeking to exhume Kibaki’s remains for a DNA test.
Alleging to be a rightful heir to Kibaki’s vast estate, Ochola has petitioned the High Court to order the exhumation and subsequent DNA analysis of the late president’s body.
This move comes after failed attempts to resolve the matter amicably outside the courtroom, intensifying the rift within the family.
Joined by a woman identified as JNL, Ochola furthermore contends that they deserve recognition as Mwai Kibaki’s offspring and rightful beneficiaries of his wealth.
Their plea to the court includes a demand for a sibling or paternity DNA test, aiming to conclusively establish their biological connection to the late President.
With the court proceedings looming, Ochola and JNL are adamant about proving their lineage through scientific means, even if it means resorting to the drastic measure of exhumation.
Their quest for legitimacy in Kibaki’s lineage pits them against his acknowledged children, Judy, James Mark Kibaki, David Kagai Kibaki, and Anthony Andrew Githinji Kibaki.
Despite previous attempts to settle the matter outside legal channels, the impasse persists, prompting Ochola and JNL to pursue judicial intervention.
Therefore, all eyes turn to the High Court as it grapples with the complex legal and moral implications of this high-profile dispute over inheritance and familial ties.
As the case unfolds, the nation watches with bated breath, witnessing the collision of legacy, law, and the quest for truth in the legacy of a towering political figure.
