Prominent lawyer and political advisor Silas Chepkeres Jakakimba and his wife Florence Adhiambo have today issued a joint statement announcing their mutual decision to separate.
In a heartfelt message released to the media on Thursday, the couple stated that the decision was reached after “careful consideration and much reflection.”
The separation, they emphasized, is both amicable and deeply respectful.
“We – Silas Jakakimba and Florence Adhiambo – have made the difficult but, in certain and often times, extremely considerate decision to separate,” the statement read.
“This decision was reached mutually and with respect for one another, noting with deep appreciation and gratitude, the immense love and support from both sides of our innermost families and spiritual leaders.”
The couple expressed their commitment to maintaining the privacy and well-being of their family during what they described as a “personal transition.”
They requested the public and media to respect their privacy and confirmed they would not be making any further public statements on the matter.
Jakakimba, known for his legal acumen and advisory role in political affairs, and Florence Adhiambo have been seen as a power couple in public and philanthropic circles.
News of their separation comes as a surprise to many, but the dignified tone of their statement has drawn admiration for its maturity and mutual respect.
The statement concluded with a note of gratitude:
As the couple steps away from public scrutiny on this personal issue, supporters and the general public are encouraged to respect their request for privacy.
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