Fredrick Okango

Husband, Father, Politics, Law, Environment, Commonwealth Scholar. Stratrategic Advisor and Secretary Political Affairs.Opinions are mine.

[Fredrick Okango @fokango]

Wajir's Moment: An apology anda a Bridge to Belonging https://t.co/3ag6RbYx2d

[Fredrick Okango @fokango]

@KoinangeJeff @HonAdenDuale With the Quarantine facility in place and guided by science and the law, Kenya is not just prepared but leading global health security—open, connected, and ready to protect citizens and the world. #jkl @citizentvkenya

[Fredrick Okango @fokango]

The country is witnessing an increasing trend of unrest in schools, raising concerns among education stakeholders and the public.

[Fredrick Okango @fokango]

Parliament even facilitated Public Participation!

[Daktari ya Wanawake @MiskellahMD]

That Madaraka day speech by the president @WilliamsRuto ,especially the first 10mins was pure flames.
There is nothing more endearing than apologizing to a group of people for decades long structural disenfranchisement by successive regimes.
Thank you Mr President for uniting Kenya.....well except for a few misguided folks who are used to privilege to an extent than equality looks like betrayal to them.

[IVY @ivymuthe]

At Kahuhia Girls’ High School, CCTV footage reportedly captured a student attempting to siphon fuel from the school’s generator. Following the incident, the administration ordered the indefinite closure of the institution.

Now pause for a moment and imagine you are a parent. Imagine watching that footage and realizing that the student involved is your own daughter.

Where did we go wrong as a society? Schools are meant to nurture discipline, responsibility, and integrity. Yet some students are engaging in behavior that puts themselves, their fellow learners, and school property at risk.

Parents, teachers, religious leaders, and the community must work together to instill values in our children. Academic excellence alone is not enough; character matters too.

The question is, if that were your child, what would your reaction be?

[DENNIS ONSARIGO @Donsarigo]

Students must understand that there are consequences when they set other human beings on fire.

When I visited Naivasha maximum prison I met the only suspect sentenced to death for the May 24, 1999 arson attack in Nyeri High School that claimed the lives of four prefects.

The student was 33 years old or thereabout when I met him. He was convicted by a juvenile court and later committed to life imprisonment after he turned 18.

The 2001 Kyanguli fire tragedy claimed the lives of 67 students. Two 16-year-olds were arrested and charged with murder. The judge handling the matter resigned in 2006 amid corruption-related allegations. A new judge declared the court matter a mistrial.
I took my time with the file, and it was clear that someone had done everything to make sure the two boys escaped justice. I tracked one down to an office in the CBD. He is somewhere out here.

The July 13, 1991, St Kizito High School massacre remains the most disturbing and heart-wrenching story I have covered.

The boys stormed the girls' dormitory. Reason? They had refused to join them in a strike.

In the ensuing violence, 71 school girls were raped and 19 of them lost their lives, mostly due to suffocation after being tightly packed into a corner during the attack.

Some were arrested and as usual, parents worked the justice system and many escaped the hangman’s noose.

But in a dark twist of events, most of the accused “turned mad”, and others ended up as drunks.
I remember visiting a lady now in her fifties who was still overwhelmed by the events of that night- oh she cried.

I met most of the boys then now men. Drunkards. Wasted.

Let’s see how the tragic Utumishi Fire tragedy plays out but if the prosecution proves those arrested are involved, it will be the end of school and freedom.

I have been to Nyeri, St Kizito, Kyanguli, Endarasha, and Bombolulu Girls' High School.
It's a life-changing experience!

No amount of justice or compensation can bring back the lives lost.

[Citizen TV Kenya @citizentvkenya]

Fred Okango: Madaraka is a Swahili word meaning self-governance. It is because of this day that we are able to manage our own domestic affairs in terms of resources and legislation. It is sad that people from North Eastern did not have access to certain resources #MadarakaDay2026

[Fredrick Okango @fokango]

@TheODMparty Resultions at Kirembe Rally in Kisumu on Sunday 31st May 2026. #tukotayari

[Fredrick Okango @fokango]

Raila Odinga’s traditional political support bases will vote for President William Ruto in 2027, and he will win. I’ll leave that here. What you choose to do with that observation is entirely up to you.

[Dr. Raymond Omollo — CBS @ray_omollo]

The hosting of the 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir County marks a significant shift in the national development agenda, spotlighting Northern Kenya's growing role in the country's future.

The Government, under H.E. President @WilliamsRuto, is spearheading a deliberate investments in security, infrastructure, public services and economic opportunities aimed at addressing historical marginalisation, strengthening national cohesion and creating a more secure and prosperous region.

[The ODM Party @TheODMparty]

#KisumoWadonjo #KisumuWabiro

[Fredrick Okango @fokango]

The game might just begin
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[Didmus Barasa, CBS @DidmusWaBarasa]

Wantam wametii,
Ati mimi ndio Sifuna😁
Oya Bungoma ni Barasa🔥
#DidmusBarasaGov27 #UCLfinal

[Fredrick Okango @fokango]

Arsenaaaaal ....they net it !