Butula member of Parliament Joseph Oyula has joined other leaders in the country to mourn the late Matungu legislator Justus Murunga. Oyula, whose constituency borders Matungu, eulogized Murunga who died on Saturday as a true leader who served his people with diligence. He also termed Murunga’s death as a big blow to the people of Western region at large as he was a champion of unity and prosperity.
“I have lost a close friend and a leader whom we joined parliament together in 2017. He was on the forefront in championing for the unity of Western region and his death has dealt a big blow to the efforts of bringing our people together.” Murunga who was elected to parliament in 2017 through died while receiving treatment at St. Mary’s mission hospital in Mumias.