Martin Kamotho, popularly known as Githeri man has been admitted to a rehabilitation centre in Kiambu County.
Githeri man was thrust into the limelight during the August 8 general election after a picture of him eating githeri from a transparent polythene bag while queuing to vote was posted online. Kamotho later received a Head of State Commendation from President Uhuru Kenyatta during last year's Jamhuri celebration. Kamotho, who is suffering from alcoholism, says he sought help from President Uhuru during the distribution of title deeds to Embakasi East residents at Jaracanda Grounds on Wednesday.Though he wasn’t allowed to speak to the Head of State, Kamotho conveyed the message to Uhuru’s aide and driver."His (Uhuru) security couldn't allow reach where he was but his driver and one of his aides know me well. I asked the President that I wanted to go to a rehab since alcoholic drinks had ruined my life and I wanted to change the situation," he said.Kiambu Women Representative Gathoni wa Muchomba revealed that she received a call from Uhuru directing her to ensure that Kamotho is admitted to the recently built Mama Care Centre."We traced Githeri man at his rural home in Kiambururu village in Githunguri constituency but found him in Kayole as referred by his family members. We have admitted him and he is a happy man. I am sure he will heal since his request indicates he is willing to treated," she said, as quoted by The Star.