On Saturday terror attackers raided and took over Westgate mall. What followed was merciless and mass executions that by now stands at 69 according to official figures. Unknown number of hostages are still held by the Al Shabaab militia.
The Sunday Nation on their issue of this week puzzled and angered many on their outrageous and grievous choice of cover photo to report the terror attack.
The sensitive picture of a writhing man solicited angry reactions online and were severely attacked and condemned,many loyal readers opted to boycott buying the controversial issue.
As online heat was going up and so was the situation at the nation centre. How could such a picture pass the watchful eyes of credited editors in the news desks was the question.
But the first and last whip as Nairobi Exposed exclusively learns from sources at NMG came from his highness Aga Khan who is the owner of the group.
The angered man called the NMG CEO Linus Gitahi raged at the headlining photo and ordered for the immediate dismissal of the Sunday Nation’s boss Eric Obino.
After the call Linus was advised to make a prompt appearance on NTV where he made a public apology for the unfortunate event.
This was the first time in recent history a newspaper apologised for an error live on national TV.
The Sunday Nation boss who as expected should be having and giving the last word on the headlines was relieved off his duties,security and all privileges including cars withdrawn immediately.
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