A Bachelor of Actuarial Science University of Nairobi student has died after consuming illicit liquor.

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Kennedy Cheruiyot, 31, who was on holiday, is said to have gone on a drinking spree with his friends at a bar in Kimugul trading center in Londiani, Kericho County.

Cheruiyot blacked out and died on Monday, after consuming what is believed to be illicit brew.

Area chief William Sang confirmed the incident and blamed Kericho county liquor licensing board for allegedly issuing permits to alcohol vendors in the villages.

Cheruiyot’s body was taken to Kericho District Hospital mortuary by officers at Chepseon Police Station.