Lang’ata MP Felix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang’o, joined a host of leaders in mourning the untimely death of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, whose murder has shaken the political class and public alike.
As condolences poured in from various quarters, Jalang’o offered a personal reflection on the loss not merely as a political colleague, but as a friend.
Speaking from the home of the late MP, where he had gone to condole with the bereaved family, Jalang’o recounted how his connection with Ong’ondo Were went beyond the halls of Parliament.
Their bond, he revealed, was rooted in a shared fitness journey that began at a local gym. Both men, recovering from injuries and committed to improving their health, found companionship in physical rehabilitation sessions guided by a common physiotherapist.
This routine, originally driven by health concerns, evolved into a meaningful friendship built on vulnerability, shared conversations, and mutual respect.
Their physiotherapy sessions became informal meetups, filled with stories of resilience, political insights, and reflections on life. Jalang’o’s fond memories of Were include moments when the latter urged him to remain consistent in their workout regime encouragement that spoke to Were’s supportive and motivational nature.
What struck Jalang’o most deeply was a tragic twist: the same physiotherapist who treated Ong’ondo earlier on the day of his fatal shooting was the one they had both trusted in their journey to recovery.
The sudden loss, occurring so soon after that session, added a layer of disbelief and sorrow to an already painful situation.
By Kenyans