Editor's Review

The Chama Cha Mashinani (CCM) party leader has lost his mother.

Former Bomet Governor Isaac Rutto's mother has died.

In a statement by Chama Cha Mashinani (CCM) secretary-general Albert Koech, Mama Jane Tirop died at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Eldoret on Tuesday morning, June 14, while receiving treatment.

"It is with the heaviness of heart that I communicate the passing on of Mama Jane Tirop, beloved mother to Governor Isaac Ruto, Party Leader of CCM. Mama Jane went to be with the Lord on Tuesday morning, 14th June 2022 at MTRH Eldoret," Koech stated.

Following the death of Mama Tirop, the CCM secretary general announced the suspension of all campaigns by the party.

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The death of Rutto's mother came at a time when the CCM leader was engaged in campaigns in Bomet as he eyes the county's top seat in August polls.

The ex-governor on Monday said that he is focused on bringing productivity to the grassroots as he creates opportunities for young people and women.

"We look forward to having everyone on board as we focus on pushing our agenda of empowerment, bringing productivity back to the grassroots, creating opportunities for our young men and women and changing the livelihoods of our people," Rutto stated.

The CCM leader is also supporting United Democratic Movement (UDA) presidential candidate William Ruto for presidency in the upcoming general election.