Invite-only, no cameras: Wahome Thuku on why high-profile burials are going dark
By David Nthua, November 21, 2025Lawyer Wahome Thuku has sparked speculation after claiming that tensions rose and slaps were exchanged during a recent high-profile burial.
Through his Facebook account on Friday, November 21, 2025, Wahome said that the chaos witnessed during the funeral now explains why most prominent families prefer burying their loved ones in silence.
Wahome Thuku condemns the chaos at a recent burial
He went on to state that the funeral is often attended by invitees only, with strict control over who gets access, leaving the public with more questions than answers.
“Naskia watu walitandikwa makofi kwa mazishi,” Wahome remarked about what happened during the burial.
According to Wahome, the chaos act paints a picture of tension, drama and unnecessary theatrics that now define what should be solemn moments of farewell.
In a detailed explanation, the outspoken lawyer revealed that behind the scenes, things are done very differently for influential figures.
“Have you ever asked yourself why a very prominent person will die, a notification will be published, and after that, you don’t hear anything about the burial preparations and the funeral?” he posed.
“Because he will be buried by 25 people in his private family cemetery, all the 25 will have been invited, no cameras, no flowers, no eulogy because they all know him.
“The actual burial will be done by hired morticians or undertakers,” he stated.
Wahome Thuku speaks on prominent burials
He further explained that such arrangements are carefully planned to avoid what he described as funeral ‘business’, where crowds, politics, drama and attention seekers turn mourning into spectacle.
“The reason is to avoid such Business,” Wahome added, stressing that grief should remain private, dignified and free from performance.
His comments have ignited debate online, with many Kenyans admitting they have often wondered why the burials of powerful individuals vanish quietly after grand death announcements.
Others agreed with the logic, saying modern funerals have become more about show, social media clout and public image than genuine respect for the departed.
That aside, Lawyer Wahome’s remarks come just a day after the late Betty Bayo was laid to rest at her farm in Nduberi, Kiambu County, in a burial that drew thousands of mourners.
Among those who attended were Pastor Victor Kanyari, Hiram Gitau and several public figures, turning the ceremony into a highly visible event filled with emotion and public attention.
As conversations continue, Wahome’s message appears clear: in a world where mourning has turned into a public stage, true peace may only be found in silence, privacy and controlled farewells.