Video of ODM MP Charles Were Ong’ondo Sharing His Final Death Wishes Resurface
A tragic video has emerged online showing Kasipul Member of Parliament, Charles Ong’ondo Were, speaking candidly about how he wished to be honored after his death. This touching footage resurfaced just hours after the lawmaker was fatally shot in a targeted attack on the night of Wednesday, April 30.
According to multiple reports, the attack occurred near the City Mortuary roundabout along Ngong Road in Nairobi. Two assailants riding a motorcycle approached the MP’s vehicle. One of them dismounted and shot him at close range before fleeing. Ong’ondo’s driver, remarkably, survived the incident unscathed, leading many to believe that the legislator was deliberately targeted.
Witnesses at the scene said that emergency responders rushed the wounded MP to Nairobi Hospital immediately after the shooting. Sadly, doctors pronounced him dead on arrival.
The shocking nature of the assassination has left the nation in grief. Supporters, colleagues, and citizens across Kenya are mourning his sudden and violent death. In the wake of this tragedy, numerous videos of his past speeches and public appearances have surfaced online, highlighting his dedication, humor, and human side. Among them is one deeply emotional clip that has especially resonated with many.
While attending a burial ceremony in Rongo, Migori County, Ong’ondo made a heartfelt speech that now seems hauntingly prophetic. During his address, the lawmaker openly discussed his death and funeral preferences—a moment that now carries profound weight in light of recent events.
“When I die someday,” he declared, “let my ODM people cover me with this flag, and may you all come with this kind of vigour.” As he spoke, the crowd responded with cheers and the sound of vuvuzelas, showing their deep affection for the MP and their shared political spirit.
He requested that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party flag be used to drape his coffin and encouraged his fellow party members to show up in large numbers to pay their respects. His words struck a chord with many, revealing not only his pride in the ODM party but also his awareness of life’s unpredictability.
The ODM party, which Ong’ondo represented in parliament, expressed sorrow at the loss of one of its loyal members. In a statement, the party leadership praised his service, commitment to the people of Kasipul, and his unwavering support for party values. “Ong’ondo served his people with dedication and always stood firm in ODM ideals,” a party official noted.
Friends and political allies remembered him as a passionate and outspoken leader. Colleagues from across the political spectrum have since taken to social media to express their condolences and call for justice. Several called on security agencies to investigate the killing swiftly and bring the perpetrators to book.
Among those paying tribute was a fellow legislator who remarked, “He was not just a colleague; he was a brother, a friend, and a man of the people.” Others shared personal stories of working with Ong’ondo in parliament and during community projects in Kasipul constituency, recalling his tireless work ethic and his connection with the grassroots.
The circumstances surrounding the assassination remain under investigation. Authorities have yet to identify the suspects or establish a motive. However, the calculated nature of the attack—carried out in a public area, targeting only the MP, and sparing his driver—has sparked widespread speculation and concern over rising insecurity in the country.
Meanwhile, the video of Ong’ondo’s emotional speech continues to circulate widely, with many Kenyans finding both comfort and sadness in his words. It has sparked a broader conversation about how leaders are remembered and honored after death, especially those who serve in difficult and often dangerous political environments.
“It’s almost like he knew,” commented one social media user. “That video is not just a speech anymore—it’s a farewell.”
As the nation prepares to lay Charles Ong’ondo Were to rest, his final request—to be buried with the ODM flag and in the presence of passionate party members—is likely to be honored. Plans for his funeral are already underway, with ODM party officials and family members working closely to ensure that his wishes are respected.
His death marks a somber moment for Kenya’s political landscape and a heartbreaking loss for the people of Kasipul. But through his words, his service, and the love of those he inspired, his memory will live on.
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Video of ODM MP Charles Were Ong’ondo Sharing His Final Death Wishes Resurface
Video of ODM MP Charles Were Ong’ondo Sharing His Final Death Wishes Resurface
