Ogolla's death adds to list of dark chapter in Nyanza history

The casket bearing the remains of General Francis Omondi Ogolla during his memorial service at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

Last week's shocking demise of the Chief of Defense Forces Francis Ogolla in a helicopter crash adds yet another dark chapter in the larger Nyanza region that has lost several leaders at their prime.

They are the gallant sons and daughters of the region that redefined public service, the country's political scene, and the social constructs, but yet at their prime, the angel of death plucked them out.