By JULIUS MBALUTO 

Kenya's CDF Gen Francis Ogolla was buried today. Leaders came from all parts of Kenya to attend his funeral in his home at Ng'iya , Siaya County , Kenya. President Ruto spoke at the funeral saying General Ogolla influenced many Kenyans including members of his family, daughter Charlene and his wife who insisted that they had to attend the General's burial. 

The departed General was buried according to his wishes. He had instructed while alive that upon his death, he should buried without a casket and his body should be wrapped in cheap sheets. While speaking about his father, his son Joel Ogolla spoke drawing attention to his father's simplicity and great service to the country. He said his father was great golfer, would do fifty push ups per day and run. he served his country, build schools and churches. 

Opposition leader Raila Odinga called for investigation to the cause of the helicopter crash which killed the General and 8 others on board. He said that the General loved his country and was ready to die for his country. Raila said that General Ogolla believed in Justice. He said Justice can be our shield and defender if there is democracy, no discrimination, no tribalism. 

Different leaders from across Kenya paid tribute to the fallen General. Raila said that General Francis Ogolla would never have contemplated to go to Bomas of Kenya to force former IEBC Chairman Chebukati to alter the results of last general election in 2022. He said that narrative fronted by UDA leaders including President Ruto must be removed. 

Those who spoke at Ulinzi Sports Complex praised the General, sharing their encounters with him, how disciplined he was, brave and committed to Kenya. General Francis Ogolla was Kenya's 11th military Chief and was respected widely. Upon his death, the national, KDF and East African flags flew at half-mast. he leaves a great legacy.