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April 23, 2026
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‘Ok oyot’: Last words of man missing in Russia-Ukraine war haunt family

‘Ok oyot’: Last words of man missing in Russia-Ukraine war haunt family

By the time the family realised their son had travelled to join a foreign military, it was too late...

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The family of Richard Omondi, a former Kenya Defence Forces officer, is desperately trying to locate him after he disappeared fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war. His last messages were a cryptic cry for help, stating "ok oyot" – it is not easy.

  • Richard Omondi, 30, was recruited to fight for Russia after losing his job with the KDF in 2022.
  • His family was unaware of his plans to fight abroad until July 2025 when he left for Russia via Turkey.
  • His final message was sent on August 7, 2025, and he has not been heard from since, with his photograph appearing in a report pleading for rescue.

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