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Life and times of William ole Ntimama

By STEVE MKAWALE and PATRICK KIBET | 9yrs ago

The late Ntimama (middle)shares his famous hearty laugh moment with former cabinet ministers Simeon Nyachae (left) and GG Kariuki (right). He was one of the longest serving politicians in the country. (PHOTO:FILE/ STANDARD)

Legendary politician William Ronkorua ole Ntimama, who was buried yesterday, was one of the longest serving politicians in the country.

He will be remembered for serving for 15 years as the powerful chairman of the defunct Narok County Council and for 25 years as an MP. He served as minister under presidents Daniel Moi and Mwai Kibaki.

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