Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and Family Mourn Sudden Passing of Brother-in-Law Ken Mutua

Former Governor Mike Sonko announces the death of his brother-in-law, Ken Mutua. Family and netizens share emotional tributes to the late relative.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 30, 2026, 4:18 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from TUKO.co.ke

A Family Plunged Into Mourning

The family of former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko is in a state of deep grief following the passing of Ken Mutua, the brother of Sonko's wife, Primrose Mbuvi. Sonko took to social media on Monday morning to break the news, sharing a series of photographs capturing happier times spent with his brother-in-law. While the specific cause of death has not yet been made public by the family, the announcement has sparked a wave of sympathy across Kenyan social media platforms.

Tributes to a "Cherished Soul"

In a heartfelt tribute, Sonko described the late Ken Mutua as a wonderful individual whose kindness left a permanent mark on their family unit. "Kifo hakuna huruma (Death has no mercy)," the former governor wrote, expressing that Mutua would be greatly missed but forever remembered. His wife, Primrose, echoed these sentiments with a brief but poignant farewell, wishing her brother eternal rest. The couple’s public mourning underscores the close-knit nature of their extended family and the significant role Mutua played in their lives.

Satrine Osinya’s Moving Farewell

Perhaps the most emotional tribute came from Sonko’s adopted son, Satrine Osinya. Taking to his own platforms, Osinya shared a video seemingly recorded in a hospital setting, accompanied by a message that highlighted Mutua’s presence since his early childhood. Osinya revealed that Mutua was the first person to witness his very first steps, a memory he vowed to carry forever. He thanked his late uncle for the laughter and support provided from the very beginning of his journey with the Mbuvi family.