Michuki widow Josephine Watiri dies in Nairobi

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Josephine Watiri Michuki, the widow of former Environment minister John Michuki, died at the Nairobi Hospital August 22, 2012  NATION MEDIA GROUP

Posted  Wednesday, August 22  2012

In Summary

• Mrs Michuki died at the Nairobi Hospital Wednesday morning where she was undergoing treatment.
• Her death comes six months after Mr Michuki passed on.

Josephine Watiri Michuki, the widow of former Environment minister John Michuki, has died.

Mrs Michuki died at the Nairobi Hospital Wednesday morning where she was undergoing treatment.

"Very, very painful. Our mother-in law, Mrs Josephine Michuki, died early today at Nairobi hospital," said former Information minister Mutahi Kagwe on his Facebook page.

"Good people, we desperately need your prayers."

Mr Kagwe is a son-in-law of the Michukis.

Prime Minister Raila Odinga said Mrs Michuki's death was "a double blow to the family of the late honourable Michuki".

"She was a strong and courageous woman who had shown she was capable of stepping into her late husband's shoes and provide guidance to our people on development and political issues," mourned Mr Odinga.

"I pray for the family and friends at this time of grief."

Her death comes months after Mr Michuki passed on. The minister died in February, aged 80.