Boni Khalwale left mourners amused during the burial of his late wife, Gloria Sekeiyan Khalwale, after making a lighthearted appeal to Kenyan men concerning his daughters.
The Kakamega senator spoke about his family while paying tribute to Gloria, who died on August 15, 2026, following a heart attack.
During his emotional speech, Khalwale turned his attention to his daughters and jokingly questioned why some men appeared hesitant to approach them for marriage.
The outspoken politician said he had daughters who were ready to settle down, but suggested that men in the area seemed to be keeping their distance.
Khalwale appeared to use the moment to praise the qualities of his children, particularly their academic and professional achievements.
He singled out his daughter Flavia, whom he described as an accomplished young woman. The senator recalled her impressive academic journey, saying she performed well while at Malinya Primary School before joining Alliance Girls High School.
Flavia later proceeded to the University of Nairobi, where she studied economics. According to her father, she eventually secured employment at East African Breweries Limited.
Khalwale appeared proud as he recounted the journey, suggesting that there was little reason for men to be afraid of approaching his daughters.
His remarks brought a lighter moment to a funeral that had largely been filled with grief and emotional tributes to Gloria.
The senator has been mourning the loss of his third wife, who was also the mother of eight of his children. Family members and friends have continued to remember Gloria for her role in raising their children and supporting the family.
Khalwale has in recent days shared several emotional details about his life with Gloria, including memories of their family and the circumstances surrounding her death.
The funeral brought together relatives, friends and political leaders who gathered to celebrate Gloria’s life and accompany the family during the difficult period.
While Khalwale’s tribute was largely emotional, his playful remarks about his daughters gave mourners an opportunity to smile amid the sorrow.
His comments also highlighted the pride he has in the children he raised with Gloria and the achievements they have recorded over the years.
For Khalwale, the moment appeared to be more than just a joke. It was also an opportunity to celebrate his daughters and remind those present of the family legacy Gloria leaves behind.