The Machakos county governor Dr Alfred Mutua has taken to social media and joined the uncountable number of well-wishers sending their condolences to his immediate opponent Hon Wavinya Ndeti who seek to unseat him come 2017.
Through his Facebook page, Mutua posted a condolences message to Wavinya expressing his sympathy in this trying time.
"My condolences to Hon. Wavinya Ndeti for the loss of her husband Dolanu Henry Oduwale. May the Lord comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Poleni sana," read Mutua's post.
Other leaders who took to social media to share with the bereaved include former lands Cabinet Secretary Charity Ngilu who posted a touching message on twitter.
"My sister and friend, Hon Wavinya Ndeti, kindly accept my condolences over the passing of your beloved husband and father of your children."
Wavinya's husband, Dolamu Henry Oduwole, passed on early Sunday morning having fought the good fight as posted my Ndeti.