NAIROBI, Kenya — Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has led leaders in mourning the death of John Muhia Njoroge, the father of Kipipiri Member of Parliament Wanjiku Muhia, describing him as a loving parent and a respected pillar of the Kipipiri community.
In a condolence message issued on Friday, January 2, Gachagua said Mr. Njoroge passed away after a prolonged illness, having battled kidney failure for more than a decade.
“I am deeply saddened by the passing on of Mr. John Muhia Njoroge, loving dad to the Kipipiri Member of Parliament Hon. Wanjiku Muhia,” Gachagua said.
The former Deputy President paid tribute to the late Njoroge’s resilience and strength, noting that his long struggle with illness was marked by courage and dignity.
“The late Njoroge Muhia demonstrated courage and great resilience in life, having had a twelve-year battle with kidney failure,” he added.
Gachagua described the deceased as a family man who played a central role in shaping the values and leadership qualities exhibited by his children, including the Kipipiri legislator.
“The people of Kipipiri have lost a champion and a family man who brought forth a great leader Hon. Wanjiku Muhia and her siblings have demonstrated,” he said.
He extended his condolences to the Muhia family and residents of Kipipiri, urging them to draw strength from faith during the period of mourning.
“My family and I send our deepest sympathies to the family of Mr. Njoroge Muhia and the people of Kipipiri on this painful loss. I pray for peace and strength during this difficult moment,” Gachagua said. “May the Almighty God rest the soul of Mr. Njoroge Muhia in eternal peace and perpetual light shine upon him forever.”
The death of Njoroge adds to a series of recent bereavements affecting members of Parliament, underscoring a sombre moment within Kenya’s political class.
While tributes continue to pour in for the bereaved families, leaders have used the moment to reflect on the importance of community, compassion, and solidarity during times of loss.
For Kipipiri residents, Njoroge’s death marks the passing of a figure remembered not only for his personal strength but also for his contribution to nurturing leadership and service within the community.
Funeral arrangements for John Muhia Njoroge are yet to be announced by the family.
