Several leaders in the North Rift region have sent their messages of condolence to the family and friends of former world 400 m hurdles champion Nicholas Bett who died Wednesday morning following a road accident along Eldoret-Kapsabet road.
Led by Nandi Governor Stephen Sang, the leaders paid a glowing tribute to Bett who in 2015 became the first Kenyan to win gold for Kenya in the 400 m hurdles at the World Championships n Beijing, China.
"My deepest sympathies and a message of condolences to the family of the former World 400m hurdles champion Nicholas Bett who lost his life through a tragic road accident today in Nandi County...May the Almighty God comfort the family at this difficult moment. Rest In Peace our hero!" posted Governor Sang on his official Facebook page.
Here are messages of condolences from some of the leaders;
Alfred Keter – “The passing of Nicholas Bett is inconsolable news ever heard! He became the first Kenyan to win a gold in hurdles during the world competition that was held in Beijing, China and now he is no more, words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss. RIP.”
Dr Swarup Mishra - “Sad to learn about the demise of our 400m athlete, Nicholas Beth earlier today on a grisly accident along Lessos-Kapsabet road. As a nation, we have lost a hero and an icon... Received the sad news with great shock and profound. On behalf of the great people of Kesses, and on my own behalf, let me officially convened my heartfelt condolence to the family and friends at this trying times.MUTYO”
Oscar Sudi – “Simat Location, Kapseret Constituency, Kenya and the World mourns demise of our great athlete and World Record holder of 400M Nicholas Bett. #RipOurHero”
The County Assembly Of Uasin Gishu – “The County Assembly of Uasin Gishu would sincerely like to send our heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Nicholas Kiplagat Bett 400m hurdles champion. Pole to the family and the people of Kapseret we have lost a great man.”