Nyeri County Governor Nderitu Gachagua passed away on Friday morning at 2:15 am while receiving treatment for pancreatic cancer at a hospital in London.
According to his brother Rigathi Gachagua, "He has left us after a long struggle with pancreatic cancer. It is very sad for the family but we have accepted God’s will."
Following the news of his death, Kenyans took to social media to react. While some mourned the governor's passing, others made comments that were critical of his governance, with some alleging corruption.
Some social media users also noted that the governor had passed away in a foreign hospital, suggesting that this was ironic given the state of local hospitals in Nyeri County.
The news of Governor Gachagua's death has elicited a range of reactions from the public, reflecting the complexities of his legacy.
The recovered account cited reporting by Tuko.
