10/09/2026
OFFICIAL CONDOLENCE ANNOUNCEMENT
Good morning Vandu visukha vi ishinyalu, valina vosi, vikho nende varende.
On behalf of my brother, Hon. Japheth Lijoodi Livasia—who hails from Ibwitsende, Shilolavakhali Village, Mukango Sub-Location, Virhembe Location, Kakamega East Sub-County—I wish to officially share with the entire Isukha community, friends, and well-wishers the very sad news of the passing of his beloved wife, Mrs. Ruth Shimala Lijoodi.
Mrs. Ruth Shimala was the daughter of the late Shadrack Madasio from Ibushikali, Lirhanda Village. She passed away while undergoing medical treatment in the United States of America.
The family is currently in consultation with relatives and friends both locally and in the US, and a public announcement regarding the burial arrangements and venue will be communicated in due course. In the meantime, we request your continued prayers and support for the bereaved family, especially for Hon. Japheth Lijoodi during this difficult time.
A Brief Tribute to Hon. Japheth Lijoodi:
Many in Isukha will recall that Hon. Japheth Lijoodi served as the first Member of Parliament for Shinyalu Constituency in 1988 after its separation from Ikolomani. Prior to entering elective politics, he served the Government of Kenya in the Ministry of Agriculture and was assigned to the FAO’s Economic Planning Section stationed in Nigeria. In 1988, a delegation of elders from Isukha East—including Ishilinji Wakukha, Anguva, Saul Lisambu, Joseph Alusa, John Shilavula Muhunyi, and Amahua Lwoyero—prevailed upon him to resign from government service to come and represent his people as Shinyalu's pioneer MP. He also served as an Assistant Minister and was the KANU National Treasurer for 18 years. Hon. Japheth Lijoodi is currently residing at his home in Shilolavakhali Village, Mukango Sub-Location.
For any inquiries, updates, or suggestions regarding this announcement, kindly reach out through his younger brother:
Contact Person: Meshack Luchendo Livasia
Phone: 0722561233
Thank you, and God bless you all.