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Ex-governor convicted of murdering a pregnant student in Kenya

BBC News·July 23, 2026
Ex-governor convicted of murdering a pregnant student in Kenya

Okoth Obado, a former governor in Kenya, has been convicted of murdering Sharon Otieno, a pregnant student with whom he had an affair. Obado's guilty verdict was delivered in connection with the 2018 killing of Otieno, whose body was found in a forest. The case drew widespread attention due to the high-profile nature of the suspect and the brutal circumstances of the crime. Obado's conviction marks a significant development in the pursuit of justice for Otieno's family.

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