General Ogolla's simple lifestyle worth emulating by our legislators

A photo of General Francis Ogolla during his humble burial in Siaya on April, 21, 2024. [File, Standard]

In life and in death, the simplicity and frugal lifestyle of a man who controlled a Sh143 billion budget that is out of reach of public scrutiny is humbling and astounding.

Within 72 hours of his death in a chopper accident that occurred at Sindar, Elgeyo-Marakwet County, Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla, was laid to rest last Sunday in a manner that even paupers would eschew. According to his wishes, there were no frills, no wastage and notably, he was interred without a coffin.