Ex-Chief Justice Willy Mutunga calls for a Commission of Inquiry over the death of CDF General Ogolla
3 min read
Retired Chief Justice Willy Mutunga calls for thorough investigations into the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla and nine other military officers
Retired Chief Justice Willy Mutunga calls for thorough investigations into the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla and nine other military officers.
Through his X account on Friday, April 19, Mutunga noted the importance of shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the crash.
He highlighted the current atmosphere in the country, characterized by rumours and ethnic divisions, as a reason for urgency in seeking the truth.
“Given the tragedy that engulfs our country now, a country of rumours and ethnic divisions, it is a good idea to immediately set up a Commission of Inquiry that has robust public participation. An Inquiry that is seen as a cover-up is unacceptable,” Mutunga stated.
Given the tragedy that engulfs our country now, a country of rumours and ethnic divisions, it is a good idea to immediately set up a Commission of Inquiry that has robust public participation. An Inquiry that is seen as a cover-up is unacceptable.
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale also asked for investigations into the incident demanding a thorough review of the conditions of the state-owned aircraft.
“We now demand a thorough review of the airworthiness of the Kenya State-owned aircraft.
Since 2012, a shocking 12 aircraft belonging to Kenya Air Force and another 5 to the National Police Air Wing have crashed! Furthermore, procurement of these aircraft, their maintenance, and operation must be put under scrutiny,” he said.
Kenya Air Force to honour CDF Gen Francis Ogolla with missing man formation salute
Government constitutes team to investigate aircraft accidents after death of CDF Ogolla
KDF discloses burial plans of CDF Francis Ogolla
My last communication with General Francis Ogolla before the chopper crash; Ruto
TSC suffers blow in hiring of interns as teachers in new court directive
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino also raised concerns over the tragic helicopter and pointed out questions seeking clarification and accountability regarding the incident.
“If all these questions can be answered, then our hearts may stop bleeding. Otherwise, mambo ni tatu,” Babu Owino declared.
Firstly, he questioned the whereabouts of key military figures such as the West Command commander, the Defense Forces Sergeant Major, and the Army commander during the operation.
He highlighted the absence of a 50ACB helicopter escort for the CDF during the operation.
Additionally, Babu questioned why General Ogolla was accompanied solely by junior officers and not by higher-ranking officials during the operation.
He also questioned the rank required to pilot a helicopter used by the CDF and the protocol for parading the CDF before troop inspections.
Furthermore, the MP asked about the standard number of helicopters a CDF should utilize during visits to operational areas and why General Ogolla chose to inspect a school alone instead of delegating the task.
Also read,
Kalonzo questions CDF Ogolla last assignment before his death
Daring bandits raid area near KDF chopper crash
US Defence Secretary mourns General Francis Ogolla
LAST WISH: CDF Ogolla family reveals a no-casket burial
Ruto reveals details of a phone call with Defence CS over the death of CDF Ogolla
Raila challenges the government over the death of CDF Francis Ogolla
Follow us
