The event, an Islamic Nikkah ceremony, was held in Masalani town in Ijara. The President’s arrival was met with celebrations as residents and invited guests gathered for the auspicious occasion. Earlier in the day, Ruto had presided over the launch of development projects in the region.
The ceremony marked the marriage of Mohammed Noordin, son of the NIS boss, to Jamila Mohammed.
The Nikkah, one of the most significant rites in Islam, is both a spiritual and legal marriage contract conducted under Sharia law.
It requires consent from both parties and is validated by witnesses. Due to its sacred nature, the bride, though present, is not paraded publicly during the ceremony.
Among the high-profile guests was Sheikh Mohamed Madobe, President of the Jubaland State of Somalia, who travelled to Ijara to honour the Haji family.
Among the high-profile guests was Sheikh Mohamed Madobe, President of the Jubaland State of Somalia, who travelled to Ijara to honour the Haji family.
Several other senior Kenyan leaders also attended, reinforcing the prominent stature of the Haji family in national security and public service circles.
Photos from the event showed President Ruto, Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen interacting warmly with the hosts.
Photos from the event showed President Ruto, Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen interacting warmly with the hosts.
The attendees maintained a white dress code, with many men wearing traditional white kanzus and floral caps, creating a serene and symbolic atmosphere.
Noordin Haji welcomed the guests alongside family members. Haji, son of the late Garissa Senator Yusuf Haji, previously served as Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) from 2018 before being appointed NIS Director General in 2023.
Noordin Haji welcomed the guests alongside family members. Haji, son of the late Garissa Senator Yusuf Haji, previously served as Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) from 2018 before being appointed NIS Director General in 2023.
His tenure at the ODPP was marked by high-profile cases, including the prosecution of top state officials.
His younger brother, Abdul Haji, currently serves as the Senator for Garissa, a seat he won in 2021 after their father’s passing and defended successfully in 2022.
The ceremony drew wide attention due to the combination of religious significance, cultural tradition, and the presence of national and regional leaders.
The ceremony drew wide attention due to the combination of religious significance, cultural tradition, and the presence of national and regional leaders.
It also coincided with President Ruto’s official engagements in the county, highlighting the administration’s strengthened ties with the region.
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