Migori County Politics

Oburu Oginga Breaks Silence on Health Rumours: “Here I Am, I Am Not Lost” By Migori County Politics | October 16, 2026 After days of speculation and alarming social media reports about his health, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader and Siaya Senator Dr Oburu Oginga has spoken out, dismissing rumours about his supposed disappearance and death. The veteran politician addressed the speculation on Thursday, October 15, 2026, as he marked his 83rd birthday at Nairobi Hospital, where he is receiving medical care. His birthday coincided with the first anniversary of the death of his younger brother, former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga. Oburu confirms he has been unwell Oburu acknowledged that he had been sick but made it clear that his condition should not be confused with the sensational claims circulating online. He expressed disappointment with individuals who had been spreading rumours about his whereabouts and those who appeared to celebrate his illness. In a ...

Sharon Otieno’s Family Says They Have Forgiven Obado The family of the late Sharon Otieno has told the High Court that they have forgiven former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, while still asking the court to impose punishment for the offence. During the sentencing proceedings on Wednesday, September 16, Sharon’s family said that despite the pain and suffering they have endured since her murder in 2018, they had chosen forgiveness. The family, however, maintained that forgiveness does not mean the offence should go unpunished. They also highlighted the financial and emotional burden they have carried over the years, including the costs associated with attending court proceedings and caring for Sharon’s children. Obado and his two co-accused, Michael Oyamo and Caspal Obiero, were convicted of Sharon Otieno’s murder following an eight-year court process. The family’s position highlights a difficult distinction between forgiveness and accountability: they say they have forgiven, ...