Kibra Member of Parliament Ken Okoth has lost his battle with cancer.
The beloved legislator was reportedly rushed to Nairobi hospital ICU after multiple organ failure. His family made the announcement on Friday afternoon.
Okoth has been seeking treatment overseas, and had just recently returned from Paris.
The MP was undergoing vigorous chemotherapy treatment, and had lost a lot of weight in recent months.
He once admitted to have been misdiagnosed and went on to take ulcers drugs for a year, before a second opinion confirmed that it was indeed colorectal cancer.
He was just 41 years old.
May God rest his soul in peace.
Here are some condolence messages from politicians.
It is with deep sadness that I have learnt of the passing of Kibra M.P Hon Ken Okoth.He was a visionary leader and contributed so much to the people of Kibra and the country at large. My prayers to his family, friends, constituents and to the entire country. pic.twitter.com/RP9mXMXBB5
— Kalonzo Musyoka (@skmusyoka) July 26, 2019
I'm deeply saddened by the passing of our MP Hon. @okothkenneth. Ken battled Cancer with unique bravery while serving his voters to the last minutes of his life. May God grant peace and strength to his family and may he Rest In Peace.
— Raila Odinga (@RailaOdinga) July 26, 2019
Go well my brother Hon. Ken Okoth. You exemplified greatness. You radiated love. You were brilliant. You served your people well. You bore the burden of that monster with grace and strength. You will forever remain an inspiration to many. Fare thee well Mhesh! pic.twitter.com/YHpvAmpD1x
— KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H (@kipmurkomen) July 26, 2019
