- Baringo Senator William Cheptumo died on Saturday, February 15, while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital
- In his greetings, President William Ruto said Cheptumo is a strong leader and a hard worker whose efforts were aimed at improving the lives of his voters
- Senator Amason Kingi referred to the deceased as a leader who was unselfishly described the interests of the Baringo and Kenyans in general
Baringo County has plunged into mourning following the death of his senator William Kipkorir Cheptumo.
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What killed Senator Cheptumo?
The respected public servant, was announced to die on Saturday, February 15, at Nairobi Hospital, where he was undergoing treatment.
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi confirmed the sad news, referring to the late Senator as a dedicated leader and served with unparalleled effort.
“With great shock and sadness, I have discovered the sudden death of Mr William Kipkorir Cheptumo, a Baringo County Senator. He was a leader who unselfishly described the interests of the people of Baringo and Kenyans in general,” Kingi said.
He also highlighted Cheptumo's unstable commitment noting that the senator used every opportunity to advance the well -being of Kenyans.
He sent his condolences to the Cheptumo family, the people of Baringo County, and the whole nation, calling the loss.
Senator Cheptumo was well -known for his commitment to addressing important issues in the area, especially his defense of announcing the theft of cattle as a national disaster.
Her Huruma leadership was imitated in January 2024, when she took a young girl left orphaned due to a robbery attack, expressing her commitment to improve the lives of her constituents.
While Baringo County and the nation mourn this great tragedy, praise continues to flow to the prominent leader, whose legacy of service and compassion will remain a leaven. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
William Ruto mourns Senator Cheptumo
President William Ruto He has mourned the late Senator William Cheptumo as a self -proclaimed public servant who was tired of the change in Baringo County.
In his congratulations, the President referred to Cheptumo as a strong leader and a hard worker whose efforts were focused on improving the lives of his constituents and promoting development in the region.
“The Cheptumo family, friends, and people of Baringo County are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Rest in peace, sir,” The president said.
When did Cheptumo start his politics?
Cheptumo's political journey began in 2007 when he was elected as a member of the North Baringo parliament, a position he held until 2022 before moving to the Senate.
He was a major advocate for peace and security in the region, especially in his war against cattle theft, which he persuaded to be declared a national disaster.
With Baringo County mourning this great tragedy, condolences have poured from across the country.
How Kenyans cried out to Senator Cheptumo
Celeh Kimeli
“My senator has been sick. His soul rest in peace.”
Nancy good
“This is very sad that God has the people of Baringo and the family in general rest in peace.”
Kipkutei Kipwott Tum
“Very polite family during this difficult time and his spirit rest in a beautiful place in paradise.”
Author LeBron Amdii
“RIP MHESH..The interest and growth of Baringo North and the entire Baringo County for 20 years will be a legacy.”
Timothy Toroitich
“Muto of sadness has missed family, friends and Baringo County as a whole. Go safe soldiers.”
Kericho's boy dies after celebrating sports results
With that, in Kericho County, a family mourns the tragedy of their 9th -grade son, who passed away shortly after winning at a sports competition at school.
The incident left the school community in surprise as the boy fell unexpectedly and later announced he was dead.
The boy's father revealed that his son had a history of epilepsy, a condition that is now observed as an investigation into a sudden death continues.
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