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August 18, 2026
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Obado seeks leniency as court sets September 16 sentencing for Sharon murder

Obado seeks leniency as court sets September 16 sentencing for Sharon murder

The date was fixed on Tuesday after the three appeared virtually before High Court Judge Cecilia Githua, with probation reports filed to assist the court in determining the appropriate sentences...

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Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and two co-convicts, Michael Juma Oyamo and Caspal Ojwang Obiero, will be sentenced on September 16, 2026, for the murder of Sharon Otieno.

  • The court will consider probation reports, a Victim Impact Statement, and submissions from the prosecution and defence.
  • Okoth Obado is seeking leniency, citing his age, health, and lack of previous convictions.
  • Sharon Otieno's family has detailed expenses of approximately Sh4.7 million incurred due to the murder and legal proceedings, and described significant emotional trauma.

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