A military helicopter crash in Elgeyo Marakwet at 2:20 PM today claimed the lives of General Francis Omondi Ogolla, the Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces, and nine other military personnel. President William Ruto confirmed the devastating news, stating that two individuals survived the accident.
Addressing the nation, President Ruto expressed his deep sorrow over the catastrophic event: “Today at 2:20pm, our nation suffered a tragic air accident in Elgeyo Marakwet. I am deeply saddened to announce the passing on of General Francis Omondi Ogolla, the Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces. Together with him in the crash were 11 other gallant military personnel, 9 who also passed on with him and 2 survivors.”
