Migori Senator Ben Oluoch dies in Nairobi

By Collins Okoth, George Juma and Ken Muga

Migori Senator Ben Oluoch has died in Nairobi.

Citizen Digital has learnt that the former Ramogi FM presenter died at the MP Shah Hospital a few minutes past midnight.

According to Mark Okundi, the family spokesperson, Senator Oluoch died of throat cancer.

The body has been moved to Lee Funeral Home.

Migori Governor Okoth Obado said:

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Migori Senator Ben Oluoch Okelo.

“His death has robbed Migori of a true son who cherished peace and championed for unity leadership.

“On behalf of my family and the people of Migori, I send sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Ben. May he rest in peace .”

Ben Oluoch won the Migori Senator seat during the 2017 elections, flooring his rivals by a landslide.

He garnered 68,194 votes while his closest opponent Gordon Odhiambo Ogola came in a distant second with 28,696.

Oluoch was also a popular presenter during his stint at Ramogi FM one of the stations owned by Royal Media Services.