Migori County Politics

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, ...

OCHILO–NYAMITA TOGETHER FOR RUTO: WHAT DOES THIS REALLY MEAN FOR MIGORI? By Migori County Politics The photograph doing the rounds today carries a simple political message: Ochilo Ayacko and Mark Nyamita, two politicians who have been on opposite sides of Migori's emerging political contest, standing together to welcome President William Ruto. But beyond the smiles, handshakes and political symbolism lies a more important question: Can political cooperation around the President translate into measurable development for the people of Migori? That is the question residents should be asking. President Ruto is in Migori today, September 16, 2026, as the final stop of his four-day Nyanza development tour. His itinerary includes inspection of the Stella–Sibuoche–Gogo Road in Uriri and the Kanyawanga–Kwoyo–Madiaba Road in Awendo, among other engagements. And that makes today's political picture particularly interesting. 1. The photograph represents a major politica...

Migori Rises: A Vision of Transformation in Action ​The latest feature in The Migori Chronicle captures a significant moment for our county, emphasizing a narrative of Vision, Action, and Transformation. Under the leadership of Hon. Ochilo Ayacko, Migori is witnessing a period of strategic growth aimed at improving the daily lives of all residents. 1pl ​Development That Delivers ​Infrastructure and social services remain the backbone of the county's agenda. The "Development That Delivers" initiative has seen substantial milestones across various sectors: ​Infrastructure: Over 150km of roads have been upgraded to connect local markets and sub-counties. ​Healthcare: Modern health centers have been established to enhance medical accessibility for the community. ​Education: Renovated schools are providing a revitalized environment for the youth of Migori. ⁰​Public Utilities: Efforts to bring clean, flowing water to more homes continue to be a top priority. ​The "Ayack...