• Appeals had been earlier made for blood donations.
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Former Laikipia Senator aspirant Steve Chege is dead.
The aspiring politician had been hospitalized after an accident.
The news of the accident had been shared by Philanthropist and activist Ndungu Nyoro.
Taking to his socials he captioned
"Dear Steve Chege I have never met you. But I see your energy and passion on this platform. I celebrate all you do as a young Kenyan. Our country is better because of your voice.I have learned you are in hospital. I am sorry for the accident. I pray you get out soon. This country needs you Sir. Win my brother. Win."
Updating his fans, Nyoro asked Kenyans to go and donate blood for Steve.
"Our brother urgently needs blood.Hon. Steve Chege Senator Laikipia County. is admitted at Kenyatta University Referral Hospital, needs blood donations.All blood types are welcome to donate. Contact Geraldine Muiruri on 0712121500, or Kirika Githaiga for more details. Say a prayer for our brother."
On a different post Nyoro confirmed that the politician had succumbed to his injuries.
The news was shared by a man identified as Kirika Githaiga who had been put as a contact for people wanting to donate blood for Steve.
Shocking news. Rest easy Steve. May God comfort your family and friends.