President Uhuru Kenyatta has sent a message of condolence to the families of former Kuria East MP Shadrack Roger Mwita Manga and media personality Lorna Irungu.
Mwita passed away on Thursday night while Irungu succumbed to Covid-19 on Monday.
Uhuru described the two as very progressive leaders who exemplified the true meaning of service to mankind.
In his message to the MP’s family, the President said, Kenya and especially the Kuria residents will forever cherish his contribution to the socio-economic development of the region.
He said Manga was a consummate debater whose contributions enriched Kenya’s legislation agenda and parliamentary oversight.
“I remember his commitment and devotion in creating a better environment for our people to participate in economic development when he was a member of the Parliamentary Committee on Finance, Planning and Trade. Indeed, he was a focused and committed public servant who will be remembered for his wise counsel and steadfast leadership,” President Kenyatta said.
“We have lost a brave leader whose contribution to the country’s economic growth will be remembered for generations to come‚” he said.
In a separate message of comfort to friends and relatives of Lorna Irungu, the President described her as an outstanding citizen who used her talent and influence to advance national interests.
Uhuru said that as a skilful and knowledgeable journalist, Lorna used her career in the entertainment industry to create space for Kenyan artists across the performing arts and worked tirelessly to promote women’s voices in media and leadership.
The Head of State recalled Lorna playing active roles in getting young people registered to vote, engaging women across the country to pass Kenya’s 2010 constitution and advocacy that led to the passing of the Sexual Offenses Bill in 2006.
“I have known Lorna for many years and admired her fighting spirit despite the health challenges she faced. She is an inspiration to us all not to give up when things get tough,” the President eulogised.
President Kenyatta prayed to God to grant comfort to her husband Edwin Macharia and daughter.
