Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa is in mourning following the demise of his mother.
Philomena Muterwa Barasa died Thursday evening, October 20.
The announcement was made by Kakamega County Service and Head of Public Service James Ochami.
“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the death of Mama Philomena Muterwa Barasa, who was a dear mother to Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa,” he said.
Mama Philomena died minutes after her arrival at the County General Hospital, where she had been taken for treatment.
He said details of the funeral will be communicated later.
The cause of her death is yet to be established.
The Council of Governors (CoG) in a statement condoled with the family.
“The Council of Governors joins our brother H.E Fernandes Barasa in mourning the life of his beloved Mother, Mama Philomena Muterwa Barasa following her sudden demise yesterday evening,” CoG Chair, Anne Waiguru stated
“On behalf of the Council of Governors and the 47 County Governments, I offer my sincere condolences to my brother, his family friends and relatives. As is our culture in the Devolution Family we will stand with you,” said Waiguru
