Emotional Moment As William Ruto Leads KDF Passout Parade In Minute Of Silence In Honour Of Ogolla

• President William Ruto decried the late CDF General Francis Ogolla's death left a void in the military rank and the nation
• He recalled the late general carried his work with charisma and professionalism in representing the country's defense family
• Ruto said Ogolla's wise leadership skills and diligence at work will inspire the military in generations to come

On Wednesday, May 15, President William Ruto presided over the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) graduates pass-out parade at Moi Barracks in Eldoret.

During the ceremony, emotions ran high as Ruto led the graduates in honouring the former Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla.

What did William Ruto do?

Before commencing his speech, Ruto asked the new KDF officers to join him in a one-minute of silence to honour CDF Ogolla and other soldiers who died in a chopper crash.

Emotionally beginning his speech, Ruto said it was both a happy and sad day as the army received diligent men, while the pass-out happened as the nation was still mourning.

"We are assembled with mixed emotions to this noble pass-out parade. On one hand, we are immensely proud of the accomplishment of the recruits and at the same time, we continue to mourn the death of our gallant soldiers including the late CDF General Francis Ogolla and others. Their death left a void in our military rankings and our hearts," he said.

What William Ruto said about Ogolla

Ruto showered praises to the late CDF for his exemplary leadership in the military and professionalism throughout his career.

The president further said his legacy would inspire many KDF recruits in the coming generations in the military

"General Ogolla's wise leadership, magnificent example, integrity, and dedication exemplified the best of professionalism at KDF. He served as a beacon for us. His legacy will inspire many," Ruto remarked.

Ruto promises probe into Ogolla's death

After Ogolla's death, Ruto promised the nation a thorough investigation into events leading to the CDF chopper crash in Elgeyo Marakwet county.

His assurance came after Azimio's team demanded inclusion in the investigating team to probe the cause of the crash.

What to know about Ogolla's death

• Azimio Coalition leader Raila Odinga called on the government to do a transparent investigation into Ogolla's death
• Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen denied forming a committee to probe the CDF's death
• Azimio MP called on Luo elders to cleanse Ogolla's son for entering into the grave of his father during his burial

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William Ruto inspecting a parade of honour in Eldoret.

Emotional Moment as William Ruto Leads KDF Passout Parade in Minute of

President Ruto leads moment of silence in honour of late General Ogolla