Retired President Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta (left) and late Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo (R.I.P.) in a college photo Prior to his death on Saturday, December 13, 2025, former Member of Parliament (MP) Cyrus Jirongo of the Lugari constituency had made a name for himself in the political sphere by forging a unique route through the halls of power.
The late MP was a master at making people laugh, and his quips always left his audience wanting more, despite his well-known dynamic leadership and outspoken personality.
Cyrus Jirongo was asked to participate in an interview with renowned TV personality Jeff Koinange at KTN television a few years ago, as shown in a vintage film that highlights his cheerful side.
In his lighthearted manner, Cyrus Jirongo did not hesitate to make fun of the people watching the interview when he described how the retired head of state In addition to being a powerful figure in politics, His Excellency President Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta was a diligent worker.
In his retelling to highlight Uhuru's "hardworking nature," Cyrus Jirongo mentioned that he had welcomed Uhuru Kenyatta at his Kitale home prior to the 2017 general elections following a difficult day of campaigning.
According to his statement, they talked about politics for a long time till late at night before going to bed.
Jirongo claims that while the late MP was still asleep, Uhuru Kenyatta was at his cowshed milking his cows at around six in the morning.
During the show, Jirongo made the highly contentious claim that Uhuru had even poured the milk into milking cans and was prepared to transport it to the market after loading it onto a pickup.
The hilarious side of late Cyrus Jirongo in the political arena will truly be felt by those who knew him and also by his family which is currently in a cloud of grief.
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