Nyando Member of Parliament Jared Okello’s mother, Doris Okello, is dead.

The announcement was made by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party through a statement shared via social media on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

According to ODM, Mama Doris died on the night of Monday, May 4, 2026.

However, the Orange Party did not disclose the cause of death while sending their message of condolences to the lawmaker, who is also a member of the ODM National Executive Committee (NEC).

“Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family of Hon. Jared Okello, MP for Nyando and a member of our National Executive Committee (NEC) following the passing of the family matriarch, Mama Doris Okello, last night,” ODM stated.

The Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga-led party, in its tributes, prayed for strength, comfort, and peace for the bereaved family.

“We pray to God to guide the family and give them strength, comfort, and peace during this difficult time of grief. May the Soul of Mama Doris RIP,” ODM wrote on X.

Preliminary reports revealed that the late Mama Dorcas passed away after a short illness. Kenyans sent condolence messages to Okello.

They eulogised his mother as a matriarch whose life was marked by grace, strength, and unwavering devotion to her loved ones.

“During this period of sorrow, we stand in solidarity with the Okello family and pray that they may find comfort, strength, and peace in the memories they shared and the support of those around them,” Ouma Simiyu wrote.

The news came barely a week after another leader from ODM, Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka, announced the death of his mother.

According to Senator Onyonka, his mother, Mama Teresia Nyaboke Omoke, passed away while undergoing treatment at Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi.

Onyonka described the late Mama Teresia as a devoted mother who was a pillar of strength to their family. He further described her as a woman of great faith, humility, and wisdom.