Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured residents of Ol Kalou that the government will complete all development projects initiated by the late area MP David Kiaraho, even as leaders and locals gathered to honour his legacy.

Taking to his official X account on Sunday, April 5, 2026, after an interdenominational church service held at the late legislator’s rural home in Gachwe village, Kindiki described Kiaraho as a calm, courteous, and principled leader who stood apart from the often confrontational nature of Kenyan politics.

“The late David Kiaraho was a decent man, a fine and courteous leader who separated himself from rough, crude, and sometimes violent political culture that is all too common around us,” Kindiki stated.

Kindiki pledged, on behalf of the government, to ensure that all ongoing projects launched by Kiaraho, including roads, electricity, and water initiatives, are completed, while those that were in the pipeline are prioritised.

“Undertook on behalf of the Government of Kenya, to ensure that all ongoing road, electricity, water, and other projects that the late David Kiaraho are completed, and the new ones he wanted done are prioritized and implemented,” he assured.

Kiaraho’s memorial service

The memorial service brought together several national and county leaders, reflecting the significance of Kiaraho’s political and social impact.

Among those present were National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano, Nyandarua Governor Moses Badilisha, and Woman Representative Faith Gitau.

Also in attendance were Members of Parliament Kwenya Thuku, Michael Muchira, nominated MP Sabina Chege, and Kiambu Woman Representative Ann Muratha, alongside former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria.

Clergy members, Members of County Assembly (MCAs), and hundreds of residents also attended the service, which was marked by prayers, tributes, and calls for unity.

Kiaraho’s send-off schedule

The Parliament of Kenya on Saturday, April 4, 2026, shared the full schedule of send-off activities for the late Kiaraho, giving Kenyans a chance to pay their respects to the fallen legislator.

The series of events, shared by the Parliament of Kenya via Facebook, would begin with the interdenominational church service at his Ol Kalou home on Sunday, April 5, 2026, from 10:30 a.m., allowing family, friends, and constituents to gather in mourning and reflection.

A public funeral service is scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the proposed Nyandarua University. On the morning of the service, Mr. Kiaraho’s body will be airlifted to Ol Kalou Stadium, from where a 4km procession will make its way to the university, where the official ceremony will take place.

For members of the Catholic faith, a Requiem Mass will be held at St. Andrew’s PCEA Church in Nairobi on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 12:00 p.m., providing an opportunity for prayers and remembrance.

The burial will take place on Friday, April 10, 2026, in Tigoni, where the final church service and interment will be conducted, marking the conclusion of the send-off proceedings.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula had set up a nine-member committee to oversee the burial arrangements of the late Ol Kalou MP.

Kiaraho passed away at Nairobi Hospital in the early hours of Sunday.

He died at around 1:20 am on Sunday, March 29, 2026, while undergoing treatment at Nairobi Hospital, following a prolonged illness. He had been in and out of the hospital in recent months, seeking medical attention both locally and abroad.