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Final salute to humble giant who treated everyone with high regard

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President William Ruto pays his last respects to General Francis Ogolla at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

It was his humility that stood out in the glowing tributes that flowed in as President William Ruto led the nation in mourning Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla in an elaborate military ceremony yesterday.

The General was firm and decisive, all those who spoke at the memorial service at Ulinzi Sports Complex said in their eulogy. He was clear-minded and professional. He was organised. Gen Ogolla was brave. But it was his humility that drew in everyone he encountered in the four decades he devoted his life to keeping the nation secure.

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