Francis Ogolla: Oburu Odinga Calls On Deceased CDF's Son To Allow Investigation Into Father's Death

• Siaya senator Oburu Odinga said the region had lost several leaders through alleged assassination
• He warned Joel Rabuku of attempting to bar investigations, stating that they demand to know the truth behind General Francis Ogolla's demise
• Rabuku stated that his father had prepared them for his death and maintained a good relationship with the Executive

Nancy Odindo, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings more than three years of experience covering politics, news, and feature stories across digital and print media in Kenya.

Siaya - Several leaders have attended the burial of the late KDF boss, General Francis Ogolla.

General Ogolla died in a plane crash in the Kaben area in Elgeyo-Marakwet county alongside nine other KDF officials.

However, the late CDF's son, Joel Rabuku, maintained that his father had prepared them for his death, disputing claims that he was killed.

He stated that his late father had a good working relationship with President William Ruto, his deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, and the Defence CS Aden Duale.

Additionally, he insisted that the four had become like brothers.

"From conversations I had with my father, I want to clear the air about his time with President Ruto, Deputy Gachagua, and CS Aden Duale. They became like brothers and formed a working relationship to secure the country," said Rabuku.

How did Oburu Odinga responded to Rabuku?

Siaya senator Oburu Odinga strongly differed with Rabuku, urging him to give room for investigations, as the government earlier promised.

Oburu insisted that most leaders hailing from the region had allegedly been assassinated hence the need to know the truth about General Ogolla's death.

"We want to know the truth. We have lost so many leaders in our area in very suspicious ways and once bitten, twice shy. We want to know who killed our son. So young man, don't be impatient with us. We want to know the truth. When Robert Ouko died, the regime then convinced the family to be dismissive of us, who were asking questions. So young man, just be patient and allow the investigators to do their work," Oburu responded.

Raila Odinga mourns General Francis Ogolla

Azimio leader Raila Odinga stated that the fallen CDF was a patriot determined to serve the nation.

He conveyed his condolence to the bereaved family stating that words would not be enough to comfort them.

The longstanding opposition leader also sent his messages of goodwill to the families of the other nine fallen heroes.

What else you need to know about General Ogolla's death

• Mama Rachel Ruto broke down during the burial of the late General at his home in Ng'iya
• His widow, Aileen Ogolla, would be taken on vacation as per the deceased's wish
• Kenyans shared their heartfelt condolences following the tragic incident that claimed 10 lives

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