On Sunday, April 21, 2024, the late General Francis Ogolla, the Chief of Defence Forces (PDF), will rest at his family's home in Alego Usonga, Siaya County.

The late General Ogolla's family disclosed to Citizen Digital that he left a will specifying that he would be buried within 72 hours of his passing.

A Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) committee collaborates with the late CDF's family to ensure the distinguished General receives a dignified farewell.


Along with nine other military personnel, Ogolla perished in a helicopter crash on Thursday in the Sindar area of Elgeyo Marakwet County.

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Before his death, Ogolla was scheduled to attend the 100th birthday celebration of his father, Joel Okech, in Siaya County on Saturday, April 20. The celebrations are expected to last into Sunday and involve the local community.

In light of General Francis Ogolla's tragic passing, President William Ruto declared three days of national mourning on Thursday.