The counsel, who recently celebrated his 88th birthday, said in a video shared on Facebook by Global TV Kenya that he is very strong despite his age.....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
Khaminwa explained that he works from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and rests on Sunday.
“I turned 88 on September 10th, and I’m still going strong. Khaminwa starts working at 8 o’clock; he doesn’t leave until five or six o’clock, then he goes home,” he said.
The senior counsel further added that he will continue serving as long as the community appreciates and accepts his contribution.
“So long as the community still accepts that I make a contribution to the system, I will continue working. I am not going anywhere, and I am hoping people appreciate that I make a contribution,” he noted.
John Khamiwa shares tips for long, healthy life
When asked what the secret to a long life is, the veteran lawyer explained that he exercises a lot and eats healthy food.
“I do a lot of exercise; I walk a lot. I eat food my mom gave me when I was young. I belong to the Ugali group,” he explained.
Khaminwa also advised the young generation to be interested in other people’s issues and not to limit themselves to their own.
“Try as much as possible to take an interest in other people’s issues, and don’t confine to yourself,” he advised.
The senior counsel also revealed that he does a lot of reading to relax.
Kenyans react to lawyer’s remarks
The veteran lawyer’s sentiments ignited reactions from Kenyans online who expressed admiration for the 88-year-old.
Isaac Mugunda said:
“Reading at this age without glasses is a pure blessing.”
Stella Wandy
“The legend is going nowhere; I like how passionate he is about what he does. Keep going, senior solid counsel.”
Raphael Mutahi
“Another great Kenyan. In those old days, he was the only brave Kenyan lawyer who dared to challenge Moi’s decision to dismiss a police officer, and he paid dearly for it!! Take heart, Yakitori. You have fought and won many battles!”
Nicholas Kyania:
“Blessings of old age. Whether you die young or old, what matters is the grace to continue living hereafter.”
Lempesa Olekirai
“I carried him one day in my Taxi from Miliman Law Court and dropped him at the reinsurance Plaza. Very polite, guka. Live long counsel.”
Joab Oboo
“Go Go Go Khaminwa old is Gold. No new terms or words are the same, my learned friend…CLICK HERE FOR MORE ARTICLE>>>
