A former governor in Kenya, Okoth Obado, has been convicted of murdering Sharon Otieno, a pregnant student with whom he had had an affair, the BBC reports.
Key facts
- Former governor Okoth Obado was found guilty of murder, according to the BBC.
- The victim was Sharon Otieno, a pregnant student.
- Obado had had an affair with Otieno, the BBC reported.
A former Kenyan governor, Okoth Obado, has been convicted of murdering Sharon Otieno, a pregnant student, according to the BBC.
Obado was found guilty of killing Otieno, with whom he had had an affair, the outlet reported.
The BBC’s report confirms the guilty verdict against the former governor but did not provide further details in the available text.
Why it matters
Obado is a former governor, making his murder conviction a case involving a senior Kenyan political figure. Further details of the sentencing and proceedings were not available in the source.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Okoth Obado?
Okoth Obado is a former governor in Kenya who has been found guilty of murder, according to the BBC.
Who was the victim?
The victim was Sharon Otieno, a pregnant student with whom Obado had had an affair, according to the BBC.
What was the verdict?
Obado was found guilty of murdering Sharon Otieno, the BBC reported.