Steve Ogollla Recalls Getting Involved In Accident, Losing Many Family Members Within Last 2 Years

• Renowned lawyer Steve Ogolla recalled a traumatic 2022 road accident that nearly took his life
• Ogolla also shared the loss of several family members, including his brother, nephew and cousins
• He urged his fans not to judge life based on social media appearance, explaining that the deep pain often experienced offline

City lawyer Steve Ogolla has opened up about the traumatic events he has endured over the past two years.

In a heartfelt social media post, Ogolla recounted a near-fatal road accident in February 2022, where he shared a photo of the wrecked KDG Nissan car he was driving.

Steve Ogolla's personal tragedies

Alongside surviving the accident, Ogolla revealed that he has also faced significant personal losses, including the passing of his brother, nephew, niece, and several cousins.

Reflecting on his difficult journey, he advised his followers not to take social media at face value, as much of life's pain occurs behind the scenes.

"In February 2022, I was driving this car, and I got into a terrible accident that almost got me killed. In between, I've lost my brother, nephew and niece, cousins, close friends, and relatives. A lot of pain happens offline. Don't take anything you see on social media seriously," Ogolla wrote.

Reactions from Steve Ogolla's friends

Esther Ouna:

"When our heart is broken and overwhelmed we should lead it to the rock that is higher than us."

Kennedy Ogweno:

"Everybody is doing well and rich on social media wakili. People should not take things on social media seriously."

Robinson Oduor Akungu:

"Death is such a painful experience, pole sana bro."

Liz Beth:

"Hugs 🫂, that's very true a lot of pain happens offline which we silently deal with."

Hellen Adika:

"Take good care of yourself Steve Ogolla and may the Lord give you peace that you deserve."

Omosike Jefferson Nyabuto:

"Take it easy Wakili. God Loves you for the good job you are doing."

Kenyans laud Steve Ogolla

Previously, the attorney garnered praise from netizens for the remarkable transformation of his home, boasting a lush and beautiful lawn just two months after constructing permanent buildings for his mother and four brothers.

He expressed his satisfaction with the progress, revealing that he sometimes considers relocating his office to a rural area to be closer to his beloved mother.

When asked about the motivation behind his generous act, he emphasised that helping family is a cultural norm in Africa.

Proofreading by Otukho Jackson, a multimedia journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke