Kiambu Woman Shattered as Boda-Rider Husband Dies in Accident after Hitting Matatu in Githurai
- A Githurai boda boda rider left home early in the morning, not knowing it would be the last time he would see his family
- He was ferrying a passenger, who happened to be his neighbour, but their journey was tragically cut short
- They became victims of a horrific incident that left their families shattered and confused, as netizens sent messages of consolation
A family in Kiuu, Githurai, Kiambu county, is struggling to come to terms with the unfortunate demise of their loved one.
Source: Facebook
Human rights activist Derrick Mbugua visited the grieving family to offer his condolences and shared details of the tragic event.
When did Franklin Isaboke die?
He visited Franklin Isaboke Ongangi’s wife and their two young children, who lost their patriarch.
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“This evening, I visited a family from Kiuu, Githurai. The father, a boda boda rider named Franklin Isaboke Ongangi, received a call from his neighbour asking for a ride to Githurai.
"It was on Friday, July 4, at 8am He quickly grabbed his jacket and headed to his boda boda, parked in its usual spot. After warming it up for a few minutes, he called the neighbour, who joined him, and they set off for Githurai. What he didn’t know was that this would be his first customer of the day, and the last he would ever carry in his life,” he shared.
How did Isaboke die?
Tragically, Isaboke and his neighbour collided head-on with a matatu just outside the CEO Hotel in Githurai and died on the spot. The heartbreaking accident left both families devastated.
“Isaboke leaves behind a four-year-old daughter, a two-year-old son, and a wife who is currently unemployed.
"I urge my followers, please, let’s stand with this young family and help lay their father to rest,” he added.
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He also shared photos of the young family, including Isaboke’s wife, Lydia Kwamboka Mokaya, holding their two children.
Grief was etched on her face, showing she was still mourning the loss of the love of her life and the family's breadwinner.
The children appeared calm, seemingly still processing the absence of their father, whom they had neither seen nor heard from in over a week.
While speaking to TUKO.co.ke, Lydia was emotional as she opened up on the challenges that were before her.
"My husband was the breadwinner of the family. We relied on him for everything. Now I have been left with young kids and without a helper. I am almost falling into depression not knowing what to do. It is going to be very tough for me without him. From the bills of the house to school fees and mother financial obligations, it will be very difficult," she cried.
Kenyans stand with Githurai family
Social media users took to the comment section to share their condolences and emotional messages:
Edwine Angish:
"May God comfort and guide his family."
Mbai KE:
"My heartfelt condolences."
Benard Maraga:
"It's painful for the family, but boda boda riders need to learn traffic rules."
David Wanjiru:
"Pole kwa jamii… I saw them during the accident but didn’t know they were from Githurai. I was there at CEO. It was terrible."
Nancy Bitutu:
"Pole sana. May God comfort them."
Jimnah De Gittz:
"So sad for the family."
Jambo Kenya:
"Woooiye… so many deaths in the country. Pole sana, young mum."
Source: Facebook
Woman shares last WhatsApp chats with lover
In another story, a young Kenyan lady shared her last WhatsApp conversations with her lover, who died in a tragic road accident.
Kevin was on his way home after visiting his family in Nakuru county, accompanied by his best friend.
They were riding a motorbike when they were involved in an accident in Bomet county and died on the spot.
Kevin’s grieving partner shared their final chats before the crash, revealing her heartbreak over the sudden loss.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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