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The rural home of Lilian Gogo, Member of Parliament for Rangwe, was engulfed in flames early Saturday morning in what police are describing as a suspected arson attack. The blaze obliterated property inside the residence and has ignited urgent questions about motive and political safety.
The incident occurred while Gogo and her family were away, at her Kotieno Village home in Homa Bay County. Witnesses say villagers discovered the fire in its initial stages but failed to halt its spread before the structure was significantly damaged. No injuries were reported, and the fire’s origin remains under investigation.
Flames, Suspicion and Political TensionThe house fire comes at a time of national upheaval. Gogo, who serves her second term after her 2022 re-election under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) banner, attended the public viewing of the late Raila Odinga’s body just hours before the attack.
The timing is raising suspicions of politically-motivated violence. Photos circulating online show the bungalow’s charred roof, collapsed sections and scattered iron sheets across the floor. Local police have launched a probe into the cause of the fire and are collecting forensic evidence.
Why This Attack Matters.
Political security concern — Gogo’s close alignment with Raila’s legacy and activity in a volatile region places the attack in a politically charged context.
Signal of escalation — If confirmed as arson, the blaze could mark an uptick in politically-motivated attacks ahead of upcoming realignments.Urgent response required — Area residents and party operatives are calling for immediate protection and transparency from law enforcement.
