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Final salute: Tears, pain and heartbreak as Ogolla buried

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A photo of the late Chief of Defense Forces Francis Ogolla during his last salute in Siaya on April 21, 2024. [John Muchucha, Standard]

The grieving family of the late Chief of Defense Forces Francis Ogolla stood in tears by his graveside as they bid farewell to a father, a kin, and an accomplished professional whose death has left the country in shock.

Outside the homestead, emotions ran high as friends, neighbours, and government officials united in grief to give Ogolla his last salute.

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