2NK DT Sacco Board Member Dies Hours After Participating In Special General Meeting

• Godfrey Gachoki Wairia spent the entire day participating in a Special General Meeting by the 2NK DT Sacco
• Colleagues and fellow board members were shocked to receive news that he died at night
• The deceased was hailed for his invaluable contributions to the organization and the matatu industry at large

The 2NK DT Sacco fraternity is in mourning following the sudden passing of one of its longtime board members, Mr Godfrey Gachoki Wairia.

Mr Wairia died unexpectedly just hours after attending a Special General Meeting.

When did Gachoki Wairia die?

In a statement released by the Sacco, the deceased was hailed for his invaluable contributions to the organization and the matatu industry at large.

Details indicate that the board member died suddenly at night after actively participating in a successful Sacco Special General Meeting.

"We are thankful for his outstanding leadership, friendship, guidance, and wisdom," read part of the statement.

Wairia had been an integral part of the Sacco’s leadership, offering his expertise, insight, and dedication over the years.

Wairia’s death left void at 2NK Sacco

The statement concluded with a heartfelt tribute, noting that Wairia "will be greatly missed by the 2NK DT Sacco family and the matatu industry.

His death shocked his colleagues and the wider public transport industry, where he was widely respected.

Wairia’s passing marks the end of a chapter for the Sacco and leaves a significant void in the leadership, but his legacy of service in the industry will undoubtedly endure.

As of the time of filing this report, details about the cause of death and funeral arrangements had not been released.

Condolences from the matatu community

Condolences have poured in from colleagues, industry stakeholders, and community members alike.

Francis Wamai:

"Gates was one of the finest guys with a kind heart in that Sacco. RIP Wairia."

Paul Mwaniki Wamugunda:

"He was one the most brilliant and competent gallant generals at 2NK. May God comfort, strengthen and encourage his bereaved family."

Michael Maina"

"It is very painful and sad to lose someone who was not sick but to hear the following day that he is no more. Fare thee well, sir."

Grief as Ruiru church elder collapses, dies on pulpit

Earlier on, a church service in Ruiru turned into mourning when one of the elders collapsed and died on the pulpit.

Rtd Elder Eng Kenneth Kungu Wainaina was addressing congregants when he lost consciousness.

In the heartbreaking video, a woman was heard screaming in the congregation before the elder lost consciousness.