Kenyan Cabinet Secretary Dies Suddenly

Joseph Nkaissery's death, coming exactly a month ahead of the election set for August 8, is a big blow to the nation due to the critical role he was playing in strategising with top security chiefs to ensure a peaceful poll. He died at Karen Hospital after being admitted for check up, according to State House.

Joseph Nkaissery with President Uhuru Kenyatta, Principal Secretary Karanja Kibicho and Inspector General Joseph Boinnet, when the Head of State commissioned the Armoured Personnel Carriers.

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