Suba North Member of Parliament (MP) Millie Odhiambo has called for an inquiry into all sudden deaths following the demise of veteran journalist Festus Amimo.

In a statement shared on her social media pages on Sunday, December 7, 2025, while mourning the veteran journalist and describing his passing as shocking, Millie aligned herself with Dr Akinyi Wenwa, the sister of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

During the funeral of their sister Beryl Odinga, Dr Wenwa had urged that every sudden death be investigated thoroughly.

Millie Odhiambo went a step further, raising questions on whether the increasing number of sudden deaths now becoming alarmingly frequent might have any link to the Covid-19 vaccine.

“The death of Festus Amimo is shocking. These sudden deaths must be investigated, as was suggested by Raila’s sister, Dr Akinyi Wenwa. Could they be linked to COVID jabs?”

Amimo, who was fondly known as Woud Awasi (the son of Awasi), was a ranking member within the KBC circles and a veteran who carried on his trade with a rare acumen.

Until his demise, he was the head of the KBC Dholuo radio station, Mayienga FM. He aired the morning show Gari Mokinyi after he rose to the role in 2022.

Before becoming the Dholuo head of the station, Amimo enjoyed a checkered career in the media, serving for over a decade as a radio producer with the national broadcaster.

His demise has seen an outpouring of emotions and tributes, with senior Luo politicians leading in the tributes to one of the pioneers of Luo dialect broadcasting.

Deputy Head of the Government Delivery Unit, Eliud Owalo, described Amimo as a dedicated worker.

Orengo hails Amimo

On his part, Siaya Governor James Orengo hailed the journalist as an exceptional media practitioner who will be dearly missed.

“It is with deep sorrow that I have learned of the passing of Festus Amimo Wuod Awasi. Until his untimely demise, he served with dedication and passion as Head of Mayienga FM, a station of the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC).

“My heartfelt condolences go to his wife and children, his entire family, colleagues, friends, and all those whose lives he touched. May God grant them strength, comfort, and peace during this difficult time.

“Deeply saddened by the passing of Festus Amimo of Mayienga Radio. A calm, collected, and truly gifted soul whose loss is a heavy blow to the entire media fraternity.”

“Your sessions on air were exceptional, marked by grace, depth, and unwavering respect for every guest who sat across from you.
Shine on your path, my good friend, Wuod Awasi. Your voice and spirit will be dearly missed,” Orengo said.