[PHOTOS] Sombre mood as family, friends gather for Albert Ojwang requiem mass

Family, friends, human rights activists, and members of the public gathered at Ridgeways Baptist Church along Kiambu Road on Wednesday morning for the requiem mass of Albert Ojwang.

The service began at 10:00 am, with mourners paying their final respects to the late teacher and blogger whose death has stirred widespread grief and calls for justice.

Ojwang’s body is expected to be transported to Homa Bay County on Thursday, July 3. He will be laid to rest on Friday, July 4, at his father’s home in Kakwonyo Village.

Among those who attended the service were former Attorney General Justin Muturi and Mumias East MP Peter Salasya. Other leaders and mourners also turned up in large numbers to support the family and honour Ojwang’s memory.

In his address, Muturi shared his condolences with the bereaved family and reflected on the pain of losing a loved one. He also recalled a past incident where his own son was abducted, expressing solidarity with the family in their time of sorrow.

“I have come here to give my condolences to the family of the young man,” Muturi said.

Mourners described Ojwang as a dedicated teacher and a fearless voice who spoke out on issues affecting society. His untimely death has sparked public outcry, with many calling for justice and accountability.

The requiem mass offered a moment of reflection, prayer, and unity as the community came together to celebrate Ojwang’s life and support his grieving family.

Widow Nevnina Omondi, parents of the late Ojwang Eucabeth Adhiambo and Meshack Ojwang, during the requiem mass at Ridgeways Baptist church along Kiambu road, Nairobi on July 2, 2025/LEAH MUKANGAI

Former CS Justin Muturi addressing the mass  during the requiem mass of the late Albert Ojwang at Ridgeways Baptist church along Kiambu road, Nairobi on July 2, 2025/LEAH MUKANGAI

Widow Nevnina Omondi, parents of the late Ojwang Eucabeth Adhiambo and Meshack Ojwang, during the requiem mass at Ridgeways Baptist church along Kiambu road, Nairobi on July 2, 2025/LEAH MUKANGAI

Widow Nevnina Omondi, parents of the late Ojwang Eucabeth Adhiambo and Meshack Ojwang, during the requiem mass at Ridgeways Baptist church along Kiambu road, Nairobi on July 2, 2025/LEAH MUKANGA

Close family members during the requiem mass of the late Albert Ojwang at Ridgeways Baptist church along Kiambu road, Nairobi on July 2, 2025/LEAH MUKANGAI

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya expressing his tributes during the requiem mass of the late Albert Ojwang at Ridgeways Baptist church along Kiambu road, Nairobi on July 2, 2025/LEAH MUKANGAI

Parents of the late Albert Ojwang Eucabeth Adhiambo and Meshack Ojwang during the requiem mass at Ridgeways Baptist church along Kiambu road, Nairobi on July 2, 2025/LEAH MUKANGAI

Widow Nevnina Omondi, parents of the late Ojwang Eucabeth Adhiambo and Meshack Ojwang, during the requiem mass at Ridgeways Baptist church along Kiambu road, Nairobi on July 2, 2025/LEAH MUKANGA