Kenyans Mourning CDF Gen Francis Ogolla Who Perished In A Chopper Crash In Eastern Kenya

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Gen Francis Ogolla has died after a chopper he was travelling in alongside others officials crashed in Kaben, Marakwet East on Thursday.

The other names of individuals who were alongside General Ogolla, include ; Brgd Said ,Col. Keitany, Capt. Sora, Sgt. Omondi, Capt. Litali, Sgt. Nyawira and Col. Sawe.

Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has issued a brief statement regarding a KDF chopper that crashed on Thursday, April 18. In the statement, the Mwaura urged 

Kenyans have been asked to remain calm and desist from speculating .Kenya government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura in a statement released today 18th April 2024 noted that an official communication concerning the military aircraft crash shall be issued soon urged the public to stay calm and avoid any speculation whatsoever at this critical juncture.

" the statement said. Citizen TV reported that Chief of Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla was among other passengers when the helicopter reportedly went down in the remote area.

 Rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the crash site and the extent of injuries among the passengers and the condition of General Ogolla are not yet confirmed.

Local authorities are coordinating with KDF officials to secure the site and facilitate the rescue operations said Mwaura.

This comes days after President William Ruto ordered the deployment of the military to West Pokot, a region that has been plagued by insecurity, with a particular focus on rehabilitating destroyed schools.

This decision comes after a series of attacks on schools in the region, which have left many children denied access to education.

 The president made the announcement during tour of the area on April 8, stating that the military will be deployed in two days to ensure peacekeeping in the area, especially around schools.

 The president emphasized the importance of ensuring that children in the region are able to attend school without fear of bandit attacks.

The military deployment is expected to play a critical role in rebuilding destroyed schools and providing a safe environment for children to learn.The President said.