Nyamira Governor John Nyagarama has died at the age of 74.
Reports indicate Nyagarama passed away while undergoing treatment at the Nairobi Hospital at around 4:00 am on Friday.
A family member who spoke to the media on Friday confirmed the governor succumbed to Covid-19 complications.
He was admitted to the health facility three weeks ago and was reportedly taken to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) where he was put on oxygen support.
It was reported that Nyagarama was put on life support on Sunday after his condition deteriorated.
President Kenyatta, Deputy President William Ruto, and ODM leader Raila Odinga are among leaders who have mourned the late governor.
Kenyatta eulogized Nyagarama as a distinguished and true servant of the people.
“As a nation, death has robbed us of a gifted leader whose primary mission was to transform the lives of the residents of Nyamira through his County Government’s development initiatives,” Uhuru said.
DP Ruto tweeted: “Progressive, steadfast and responsive, Governor Nyagarama was industrious, focused and firm. He will be remembered as a leader who built a better, more inclusive, and more transformed Nyamira.”
Odinga said: “Nyagarama has been an extraordinary partner in strengthening devolution. I will forever cherish moments with him on duty and as personal friends.”
Chief Justice David Maraga said: “Coming from the same village, I have known Hon. Nyagarama for many years. I last shared a platform with him only a month ago when I officiated over the opening of the Borabu Law Courts. The people of Nyamira have lost a great and focused leader.”
Its sad and now the focus is…
Its sad and now the focus is on BBI not COVID.
Poleni sana.
Poleni sana.
Pole kwa familia.But does it…
Pole kwa familia.But does it mean Nyagarama had no impunity to COVID-19 like other BBI campaigners?Do other BBI governors like Nyoro have it?Or impunity is just for Uhuru,Gathoni,wauaji Raila,Joho,Kamanda and Murathe Gatuhi?
May he Rest In Peace.
The…
May he Rest In Peace.
The man was a thief.
Poleni Nyamira your thief has died. Poleni.
I seldom agree with your…
I seldom agree with your sentiments and today is no exception. The man’s nuts should be like Chet’s nuts and are hopefully roasting on an open fire, it being almost Christmas and all. None of this RIP stuff. Thieves should never have peace. BTW do you remember the following from a previous story?
James Ntabo, the Nyamira county secretary said the governor is responding well to treatment and urged residents to remain calm.
“Governor John Nyagarama is recuperating well. Let the media, including users of social media, learn to practice responsible journalism. They should be fair to the family and friends of the governor, including the employees of the county government, and pray for his quick recovery,” Ntabo said in a statement
So the media was all along…
So the media was all along correct.
Covid is real and will bite…
Covid is real and will bite if necessary. Wear the mask, cover your nose too and social distance.
So many lessons to learn including improving our healthcare system at the county level.
Corvid is the great…
Corvid is the great equaliser. Gated communities will not stop the virus and you can helicopter above it either.