By | August 16, 2021

Nominated Senator Victor Prengei Reported Dead

Nominated Senator Victor Prengei Reported Dead after engaging in a road accident on Monday August 16th 2021 , at Gioto area in Nakuru County, area police boss Beatrice Kiraguri says.

The Nominated Senator was heading towards Kabarak direction from Nakuru Town, when his vehicle lost control and move swiftly off the road before landing in a ditch at 9:45pm.

Reports suggest it was a self-involved accident, meaning the legislator’s vehicle did not ram an oncoming vehicle or one headed the same direction.

Nominated Senator Victor Prengei Reported Dead

Prengei was rushed to Nakuru War Memorial Hospital but unfortunately died while undergoing treatment.

Senate Speaker Kenneth Lusaka said Prengei’s death was a big blow to the Senate and Kenya’s leadership.

Victor Prengei was nominated to the Senate by Jubilee Party in 2017.

Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui eulogised Prengei as a “dynamic and dedicated servant of the people”.

“He represented the Ogiek Community in Senate and was a beacon of hope to many. His elevation to the Senate was a major recognition to the rights of the Ogiek and other minority communities. He was a quiet and humble leader, always conscious of the huge burden he carried,” said Kinyanjui.

Kenyans mourn Senator Victor Prengei Dead On Social Media

“Rest well my colleague Hon. Victor Prengei, Nominated Sen. We shall forever cherish your tireless efforts in fighting for & protecting the rights of the minority communities. We have lost a great leader. My condolences to your family, friends & the entire Ogiek community,” tweeted Millicent Omanga.

“Victor Prengei…My brother. Man this hurts so bad. What exactly is this life? Here today.. Gone tommorow. May the God of all seasons come through..Pole sana to his immediate family,” said Kericho senator Aaron Cheruiyot.

“Devastated tonight by the loss of my friend and colleague Sen Victor Prengei. A cheerful and humble representative of the Youth who passionately represented Minority Communities in the Senate. May the Lord comfort his family,” said Susan Kihika.

“Shakespeare said-as the waves make towards the pebbled shore, So do our minutes hasten to their end; Each changing place with that which goes before..Victor, you left too soon. A gentleman.A worrier 4 justice.A true friend who stood by me&paid the price.Condolences 2 Family. RIP Bro,” Kipchumba Murkomen.

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