Kiambu-nominated MCA Ezra Kihara dies in gruesome road accident

Kiambu District MP Ezra Kabuga Kihara has died in a tragic road accident at dawn on Thika Road in Juja.

The incident occurred on Sunday morning when the lawmaker was travelling from Nairobi to the town of Thika.

According to police, Kabugi died when his car, a Subaru Forester, hit a truck from behind.

According to police, the driver of the Forester rammed the rear of the Isuzu FRR truck when he arrived at the scene of the accident.

As a result, the driver of the Subaru Forester died on the spot, police said.

Pictures and video footage from the scene of the accident show that his vehicle burst into flames after the incident.

His body was transported to the Montezuma Funeral Home to await transfer while both vehicles were towed to a local police station for examination.

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi confirmed the news through his communications team, noting that the accident occurred near Mangu High School.

Wamatangi praised Kabugi as A dynamic and promising young leader whose commitment and passion for the people of Kiambu was evident in every aspect of his work.

“His work in the county assembly and in Kiambu will be remembered as a testament to his commitment to making a difference. He was a kind and gentle person who always strived to improve the lives of those around him.” Wamatangi said on his official X-page.

“It is heartbreaking to lose such a young, dedicated legislator with so much promise for the future. I stand with the family in grief and prayer during this difficult time. May God grant you strength and comfort as you process this immense loss. We share in your grief and honor his memory, which will live on in the legacy he leaves behind.”

Wamatangi added;

“On behalf of my family, the Kiambu County Government and the great people of Kiambu, I request the family of Hon. Kabuga and the County Assembly to accept our deepest condolences and heartfelt condolences. May his soul rest in eternal peace.”