Deputy President William Ruto joined other leaders and Kenyans in eulogizing Kibra MP Ken Okoth.
Okoth succumbed to colorectal cancer at Nairobi hospital on Friday where he had been rushed and admitted.
In his condolence message to the deceased and family, Ruto described Okoth as a distinguished leader who served his people selflessly.
Ruto noted that the deceased championed for the welfare of Kibra people.
“Deeply saddened by the passing on of Kibra MP Ken Okoth, Okoth was an enthusiastic, energetic, distinguished and public spirited leader, who served his constituents with dedication and selflessness. He worked tirelessly to better the lives of others,” the Deputy President tweeted.
Ruto added that “Okoth had a dogged personality, tenacity that elevated him among his peers and gave him an invincible aura. His battle with cancer exemplified his bravery, endurance and strength in adversity. Condolences to his family, friends and the people of Kibra. Rest In Peace.”
President Uhuru Kenyatta and opposition leader Raila Odinga also eulogized Okoth as a great leader.
Okoth's death was announced by his family during a press conference at the Nairobi Hospital.
The ODM lawmaker (deceased) had been diagnosed with stage four colorectal cancer and was receiving treatment in France before he recently jetted back into the country.
Okoth died aged 41.