Tanzanian singer 'apologises' for Kenyatta prayer

Prominent Tanzanian gospel artist Christina Shusho has apologised for a Facebook post that upset opponents of Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta, Kenya's privately owned Star newspaper has reported. 

The singer posted a prayer on Saturday which asked God to "give your servant Uhuru Kenyatta wisdom and answer his prayers whenever his call".

"Give him knowledge to lead the country and when he calls answer him," the prayer added. 

Supporters of opposition leader Raila Odinga criticised Ms Shusho for her perceived one-sided prayer. She ended up deleting the post. 

The singer told Star newspaper that she was sorry: "It was not my intention to hurt you guys. Again, I am sorry. I just want to say that I will continue praying for you. Let love lead."

Christina Shusho begs for forgiveness from Kenyans https://t.co/Gejsj1Nphv via @hotsecretz pic.twitter.com/fTqnDxsNru

— The Star, Kenya (@TheStarKenya) October 24, 2017

Mr Odinga has withdrawn from Thursday's presidential election re-run, saying it will be a sham.