The Army Takes over Lee Funeral Home after Kibaki's Body Arrived
A contingent of Kenya Defence Forces officers has taken charge of the Lee Funeral home where President Mwai Kibaki's body will be preserved until his burial.
Gathogo Wanjiru 
The presence of heavy security at the morgue saw Agwings Kodhek Road being closed and only selected users were allowed to pass.
The funeral home's gate is under tight security with only a few dignitaries tripping in to view Kibaki's body.
There are also dozens of armed General Service Unit officers together with military men with a battery of journalists, both local and international, present at the mortuary.
Government officials are also present.
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu visited the funeral home to view Kibaki's body.
President Kenyatta declared a period of mourning, including the flying of flags at half-mast until a state funeral is held for Kibaki.
"The Flag of the Republic of Kenya shall be flown at half-mast at State House and all Kenyan Diplomatic Missions, Public Buildings and Public Grounds, all Military Bases, Posts, and Stations, on all Naval Vessels of the Republic of Kenya, and elsewhere throughout the entire territory of the Republic of Kenya; from today until sunset on the day of his interment," Uhuru stated in his address.
