Former Ford People party chairman Henry Obwocha. PHOTO | FILE | NATION MEDIA GROUP
President Uhuru Kenyatta was on Saturday among the first national leaders to pay tribute to Henry Obwocha in a tweet, which described him as a distinguished public servant whose service will be greatly missed.
"It is with deep sadness that I learn of the untimely death of Hon. Henry Obwocha this morning. The late was a distinguished long serving public servant, lawmaker and accountant whose service to the nation will be greatly missed," said Mr Kenyatta.
Not long after, Orange Democratic Movement leader Raila Odinga condoled Obwocha's family, terming him a public servant of high integrity.
"I have learnt of the passing of Hon. Henry Obwocha. My very sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to his family, the people of Mugirango whom he served with dedication as MP and the Abagusii community in general," said Mr Odinga on Twitter.
Deputy President William Ruto remembered the former MP as a "brilliant economist" who played an important role in drafting Vision 2030.
"As a member of the National Economic and Social Council and a brilliant economist, he played an important role in drafting Vision 2030 that informs our aim to transform Kenya into an industrialised, middle income economy with high quality of life for its citizens.
"Condolences to the family, friends and the people of West Mugirango in Nyamira County following the passing on of former minister Henry Obwocha. Mr Obwocha served the country with distinction, mettle and performed admirably in the Planning and National Development docket."
In a sombre statement, Nyamira Governor John Nyagarama said Obwocha was a "personal friend and great leader" who served the people of West Mugirango and the entire country with devotion and commitment.
"As we mourn the loss of a noble and extraordinary leader, we pay tribute to his legacy and as well honour his achievements in life. May God rest the soul of Hon. Henry Obwocha in eternal peace," said Mr Nyagarama.
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