Former Nyeri Mayor is dead.

Nyeri county governor Mutahi Kahiga has announced the death of former Nyeri municipal council Mayor Mr. Joseph Thairu.

According to his post this morning, the late was undergoing treatment at Nairobi hospital when he passed on.

At the time of his death, the late was serving as Sub county administrator within the government of the current governor Mutahi Kahiga.

Mutahi has described him as a hardworking officer who served with most diligence towards ensuring that his services were the best.

“We have woken to sad news of the death of MR Joseph Thairu who passed on in a Nairobi hospital while undergoing treatment. He was the Kieni cooperative officer. Joseph served Nyeri in various capacities which saw him serve as Mayor of Nyeri, and also as Sub County Administrator in the devolved unit. He was a dedicated officer who did his work well. Mr. Thairu was forthright and honest in dealings within his docket. To his family, relatives and friends; to his workmates we send our heartfelt condolences. May his soul rest,” Governor Mutahi Kahiga posted.

From Sambaza news we send our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues.