President William Ruto has mourned the death of the Member of Parliament for Isiolo South Constituency, Tubi Bidu.
MP Bidu died on Wednesday, November 12, while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital.
Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula announced the legislator’s death, describing it as a profound loss to Parliament and the nation.
In a statement on X, Ruto lauded MP Bidu for his commitment to transforming the lives of his constituents and advancing development.
“I have learnt with deep sorrow of the passing on of Isiolo South MP, Hon Mohamed Tubi. On behalf of the government and the people of Kenya, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the people of Isiolo South. Hon Tubi will be remembered as a dedicated public servant and a passionate advocate for education, who believed in empowering communities through knowledge and opportunity,” he said.
“His commitment to transforming the lives of his
constituents and advancing development in Isiolo stands as a lasting legacy of
his leadership. May the Almighty God rest his soul in eternal peace and comfort
his loved ones during this very difficult time.”
Until his death, Tubi Bidu served as a Member of the Departmental Committee on Environment, Forestry and Mining, and the Public Petitions Committee.
He was serving his first term in the National Assembly. Before joining Parliament, he was the inaugural Speaker of the Isiolo County Assembly, a position he held until 2017.
As the House mourns his passing, Speaker Wetang’ula paid tribute to the late MP’s dedication and service.
“As we come to terms with this great loss, let us remember Tubi for his remarkable service and the positive impact he had on our nation. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, constituents and all those who had the privilege of knowing him. May his soul rest in eternal peace,” he said.
Isiolo Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo mourned the MP, saying he
was a principled and courageous leader who was steadfast in his convictions.
Governor Guyo said the Legislator was always guided by a
deep desire to uplift the lives of his constituents and foster unity across the
county.
“Deeply saddened by the passing of Hon.Mohamed Tubi Bidu,
Member of Parliament for Isiolo South, this evening at Nairobi Hospital. Hon.
Tubi previously served with distinction as the first Speaker of the Isiolo
County Assembly, where he laid a strong foundation for the growth of our
devolved governance system,” Guyo said.
“His passing is a profound loss not only to Isiolo South but
to the entire Isiolo community and the nation at large. My heartfelt
condolences to his family, friends, and the people of Isiolo South during this
difficult time. May the Almighty Allah grant him Jannatul Firdaus and comfort
his loved ones.”
Health CS Aden Duale said MP Tubi was a respected elder and a dedicated leader who served his constituents with commitment and humility.
"Today, our nation, and especially the people of Northern Kenya, mourn the passing of Hon. Mohamed Tubi, MP for Isiolo South, who succumbed after a long illness. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and the people of Isiolo South. May Allah have mercy on him," and "May Allah grant his family patience."
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen mourned the MP as a pillar in the collective efforts to promote peace and security.
“My deepest condolences to the family, friends, and the people of Isiolo South following the passing of Hon. Mohamed Tubi. I knew Hon. Tubi and worked with him since his days as the Speaker of Isiolo,” he said.
“Tubi will be fondly remembered for his legacy of commitment to development, peaceful coexistence, and environmental conservation. May God rest his soul in eternal peace and comfort his loved ones.”
