This archive report was first published on 18 November 2021.
On November 17, 2021, Mama Mary Odiyo Tuju, the mother of Jubilee Secretary-General Raphael Tuju, passed away at the age of 87 while undergoing treatment at a Nairobi hospital.
President Uhuru Kenyatta has condoled with the family of CS Raphael Tuju, offering his condolences following the death of their mother.
"Mama Mary was a known and highly respected community leader who believed in the virtues and benefits of education," the President said in his message of comfort to the family.
He described her as a strong matriarch who raised a successful family and prayed to God to grant the Tuju family solace and fortitude at this difficult period of mourning.
President Kenyatta assured the family of his prayers and support as they come to terms with the death of their family matriarch.
