Uhuru, Raila, Nyong’o among leaders who mourn Christabel Ouko

The Late Christabel Ouko

NAIROBI—President Uhuru Kenyatta and NASA leader Raila Odinga have expressed their sadness following the tragic accident that led to the death of Mrs Christabel Ouko, the widow of former Foreign Affairs Minister Robert Ouko.

President Kenyatta said that during her long life, Mrs Ouko distinguished herself by her dedication to her family, her community and her country.

“She served the nation as a civil servant, and then supported her husband as he too served Kenya with distinction. In later years, she devoted herself to her family and to her community; in doing so, she helped others make the most of their talents, and earned their gratitude,” said the President in a statement from State House.

Raila said he is saddened that Christabel, 70, passed away before knowing her husband’s killers.

“We extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends, Like her late husband, Christabel was outstanding in her commitment to our country and her family.” Raila said in a statement on Tuesday.

Prof Anyang’ Nyong’o, Tuesday also led the people of Kisumu and the local leaders in paying their tribute to Mrs Ouko, described as soft-spoken and humble.

Mrs Ouko died Monday after a car crash at Kipsitet along the Awasi-Kericho Highway as she left the inauguration ceremony of Kisumu Governor Nyong’o.