The Deputy Governor for Lamu, Raphael Munyua Ndung’u has succumbed to an illness, September 6, 2024.
The sad news comes barely two years after he jointly ran on an ANC ticket with Governor Issa Timamy to win the gubernatorial seat.
President William Ruto confirmed his demise, terming him as a progressive leader.
“He was a progressive leader who worked tirelessly for the greater good of the pèople of Lamu. Our love and prayers to the family, friends and the pèople of Lamu County at this sad moment,” said Ruto.
MP Ndindi Nyoro of Kiharu also mourned the politician, noting that he had succumbed to an illness after being in a healthcare facility for some time.
“Our sincere condolences to the great pèople of Lamu County following the passing on of the Lamu County Deputy Governor Hon Raphael Munyua Ndung’u who has not been feeling well for some time,” Nyoro said.
