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Originally published by Citizen DigitalSeptember 30, 2025
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Family, friends mourn ex-MP Dalmas Otieno during requiem mass
Family, friends mourn ex-MP Dalmas Otieno during requiem mass..
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Family, friends, and leaders mourned the late Dalmas Otieno during his requiem mass, remembering him as a statesman who defended citizens' rights, promoted peace, and championed reforms. He was also celebrated for his role in the 2007 post-election violence peace accord and for influencing retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to form his own political party.
- Dalmas Otieno passed away at the age of 80 after a short illness.
- He served for three terms as Rongo MP and held various Cabinet minister positions.
- His daughter, Lilian Otieno, highlighted his role in introducing a medical scheme for civil servants and the formation of the Kenya School of Government.
- A requiem mass will be held in Rongo on Wednesday, followed by his burial in Kangeso village, Kamagambo, Rongo, Migori County.
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