Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai mourns mother killed in road crash
The circumstances surrounding the crash have not been fully established, but police are reported to have launched an investigation into the cause.
Dorothy Kanini Mbai, mother to Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai. Photo/Kenyans.co.ke.
By Robert Assad
United Democratic Alliance and Kitui East Member of Parliament Nimrod Mbai is mourning the tragic loss of his mother, Dorcas Kanini Mbai, who died in a road accident Sunday evening.
The fatal crash occurred at Kithimani along the busy Thika-Garissa Highway in Machakos County.Mbai confirmed the news in an emotional post, revealing the deep pain his family was experiencing.
“With a heavy heart, I share the heartbreaking news that I have lost my beloved mother, Dorcas Kanini Mbai, in a tragic road accident at Kithimani along the Nairobi-Garissa Highway in Machakos County,” he said.
He added, “God, who gives, has taken away. Rest in peace, Mama. You were loved beyond words and will be deeply missed. May your soul find eternal peace. Go well, my dear Mum.”
Circumstances of crash under investigation
The circumstances surrounding the crash have not been fully established, but police are reported to have launched an investigation into the cause.
It was not immediately clear from preliminary reports whether Dorcas was traveling alone or with other relatives at the time of the accident.
Condolences pour in from leaders
Fellow MPs and leaders from across the political divide have sent their condolences to Mbai and his family.Among them was Mwala MP Vincent Kawaya, who described Dorcas as a woman of grace and strength.
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the sudden death of Dorcas Mbithuka, mother to Hon. Nimrod Mbai. I take this moment to convey my utmost condolences to her family and the entire people of Kitui East,” Kawaya said in a statement.
Recent family loss remembered
Burial arrangements are underway, with the family expected to announce funeral details in the coming days.This tragedy follows another loss for the family just a year ago. In July 2024, Mbai and his wife mourned the passing of his father-in-law.
“My heart feels for you, the love of my life. I have never seen you this low for the over 20 years we have been together,” Mbai wrote at the time. “I know how much your father loved you and how close you were to him. I know I can’t become your father, but I will try to be your dad for all my days below the heavens.”
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