The Office of the Auditor-General is mourning the loss of Deputy Auditor General Fredrick Oluoch Odhiambo, who passed away on Thursday, October 2.
In a statement, Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu confirmed that Oluoch died after a short illness.
"It is with profound sadness that I convey to you the sudden passing of CPA Fredrick Oluoch Odhiambo - Deputy Auditor General (FAS2). DAG Fredrick passed on today, 2 October, 2025 after a short illness," the statement read.
Auditor-General Gathungu described Oluoch as a visionary leader whose contributions transcended the national level.
"DAG Fredrick has been a focused leader who has made great contributions to the Office of the Auditor-General, the Nation and the global public sector auditing community," the statement added.
Gathungu described the loss as a major blow not only to his family but also to colleagues within the Office of the Auditor-General.
"This is a sudden and tremendous loss to his family and to the OAG family. Further details will be communicated in due course by the DAG CS as we continue engaging and consulting the family," the statement concluded.
This comes days after former Emgwen and Chesumei Member of Parliament, and celebrated marathon champion, Elijah Lagat passed away.
According to reports, Lagat took his final bow on Tuesday morning, September 30, at a hospital in Eldoret where he had been receiving treatment.
Leaders from across the country have paid tribute to him, describing his life as one of dedication, humility, and service both on and off the track.
Nandi Governor Stephen Sang was among the first to send a message of condolence, recalling Lagat’s service to his people and the nation.
"It is with deep sorrow and a profound sense of loss that we have learned of the passing of Hon. Elijah Lagat, former Member of Parliament for Chesumei Constituency and a celebrated national hero.
"Hon. Lagat was a distinguished leader whose legacy will be remembered not only in the halls of Parliament, but also in the hearts of the people he served with dedication and humility. As a legislator, he was deeply committed to dialogue and inclusivity. He led with wisdom, always engaging in wide consultation to ensure that the voices of his constituents were heard, respected and represented," he said.
Sang sent his message of ondolences to Lagat's family and friends as well as the people of Chesumei constituency.
"On my behalf and the people of Nandi County, I extend our deepest message of condolences to his family, friends, the people of Chesumei and all Kenyans who mourn this great loss. May his soul rest in eternal peace," he added.
On her part, Nandi Woman Representative Cynthia Muge remembered Lagat for his unique journey from athletics to politics and his impact on the youth.
"I have learnt with profound sorrow the passing of Hon. Elijah Kiptarbei Lagat, who passed on this morning, September 30, 2025, in a hospital in Eldoret. His loss is a heavy blow, not just to Nandi County but to all of Kenya. Elijah was a true hero—a Boston Marathon champion who ran with heart, a dedicated MP who served Emgwen and Chesumei with passion, and a fierce advocate for youth through his work at NACADA. His journey from a late-start runner to a national icon showed us what grit and love for the community can do.
"To his family, friends, and all who knew him, I extend my deepest condolences. May God surround you with comfort and grant you strength in this time of grief. Mheshimiwa’s legacy, his victories, his service and his warmth will live on in every life he touched. Mutyo missing," she stated.
