DCI Deputy Director Loses Wife

The Deputy Director of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), John Onyango, is mourning the death of his wife.

In an update on Monday, September 7, the Kenya Police Service said Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Eliud Lagat, accompanied by senior officers from the Kenya Police Service and the DCI, visited Onyango following the death of his wife.

"The Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service, Mr Eliud Lagat, accompanied by senior officers from the Kenya Police Service and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, visited Deputy Director of the DCI, John Onyango, SAIG, following the passing of his wife," the service wrote.

According to KPS, the visit was aimed at standing with Onyango and his family during the difficult period of mourning following the loss of his wife.

"On behalf of the entire Kenya Police Service, DIG Lagat conveyed his condolences to Mr Onyango and his family and assured them of the Service’s support during this period of mourning," the service added.

This comes a week after Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah mourned the death of his sister, Mwalimu Mary Goretti Wamukoya, who passed away on August 21, 2026, after a long illness.

In a statement on Monday, August 31, Omtatah described her sister as a beloved family member whose life was marked by strength, kindness, wisdom and dedication to her family.

"It is with profound sorrow that I mourn the passing of my beloved sister, Mwalimu Mary Goretti Wamukoya, who departed this life on 21st August 2026 after a long illness bravely borne.

"She was a woman of strength, kindness, wisdom and unwavering devotion to her family," he wrote.

Omtatah also conveyed his condolences to the Musita and Okoiti families as they come to terms with the loss, while paying tribute to his late sister's courage and faith.

"May God grant the Musita and Okoiti families strength and comfort during this difficult time. Mary, you fought a good fight, finished the race and kept the faith. Rest in eternal peace," he added.