Sharon Otieno’s mother tells court her family might suffer another death if Obado is jailed
The late Sharon Otieno’s mother, Melinda Auma, has urged the court to grant former Migori governor Zachariah Okoth Obado a non-custodial sentence. Appearing before Milimani High Court Judge Cecilia Githua on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, Melinda has told the court that if Obado is jailed, her family might suffer another death. Melinda has pleaded with […]
NAIROBI, Kenya – September 16 – The bereaved mother of slain Rongo University student Sharon Otieno has made a heartfelt appeal to the court, urging leniency towards former Migori Governor Okoth Obado. In a moving statement, Sharon's mother pleaded for a non-custodial sentence, expressing profound forgiveness and a desire to prevent further suffering for Obado.
She recounted the emotional journey of the trial and the family's decision to extend mercy, drawing upon biblical teachings on forgiveness. "Please don't crucify Governor Obado," she implored, emphasizing that the family has chosen to forgive him and sought a sentence that would spare Obado from enduring further punishment. The mother recounted that despite being barred from meeting the family during the proceedings, Obado remained willing to support Sharon's children.
She highlighted the impact such a sentence would have on the family, describing it as another devastating blow. Her plea was presented as part of the court's deliberations on the appropriate sentence for Obado, following his conviction in the case of Sharon's murder.
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