Retired Reverend Timothy Njoya is one of the few Kenyans who has their names written in history books for their role in championing human rights and rule of law.
Njoya is known for his contribution to the country’s push for multi-party system early in 1990’s.
The reverend alongside other notable Kenyans gave up their lives to fight for the multi-party freedom the country is enjoying.
Reverend Njoya has also been vocal in pushing for equality, fairness, an end to impunity corruption and other vices.
The former Presbyterian reverend in his push for human rights often clashed with retired president Daniel Rap Moi who was opposed to the multiparty state.
In July 1990, Njoya was among leaders who led peaceful demonstrations demanding for repealing of section 2A of the constitution to allow for a multi-party state.
Njoya and others in their peaceful demonstrations to Kamukunji grounds met the full wrath of anti-riot police.
The reverend was among people who were beaten up and seriously injured in the demonstrations.
Njoya was captured on camera being beaten by merciless anti-riot officers.
He did not give and pushed Moi’s government to the wall forcing him to allow repealing of section 2A for a multi-party state.
“I always thank God because the fight was worth it and I am happy seeing Kenyans enjoy the freedom of many parties and adherence to rule of law,” Njoya said in a recent event.
The reverend says that he does not have a grudge or bad feelings against retired president Moi.
Njoya who sustained injuries that have affected his general health says that he has still energy to continue pushing for fairness.
The reverend holds a PHD degree in Theology and served as Presbyterian Bishop in various parishes across the country before retiring in 2011.
Reverend Njoya is married and has five children.
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