Former Nairobi County Assembly Speaker Alex Ole Magelo has died.
Magelo, who previously served as the chairperson of AFC Leopards, passed away on Saturday, May 8 while undergoing treatment at the Nairobi Hospital, Kajiado Governor Joseph Lenku said.
“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the death of one of our greatest sons and warriors of our community. The late Magelo died at Nairobi Hospital where he has been admitted for some weeks now,” Lenku said.
Narok senator Ledama Ole Kina sent his condolences to the family of the deceased.
“Today is a sad day for us! I am saddened by the departure of a true friend and a son of the Maa Nation Speaker Alex Ole Magelo. Rest well with the Angels say hi to Saitoti, Ntimama and Joh Keen for us,” he said.
Magelo was in charge of AFC Leopards when the club was promoted back to the top tier league in 2009.
After leaving Leopards, he ventured into politics, serving as the Speaker of the Nairobi County Assembly, from 2013 to 2017.
President Uhuru Kenyatta also sent his condolence message to the family, friends, and relatives of former Nairobi County Speaker Alex Ole Magelo.
In his message, the President described the late Ole Magelo as an outstanding leader who worked hard to make Kenya a better country for all.
“I have known the late Ole Magelo for a long time and from my interactions with him, I came to appreciate his commitment and desire to make life better for others.
The Head of State prayed to God to give Ole Magelo’s family strength and fortitude as they mourn their beloved kin.
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