Lamu Deputy Governor Raphael Munyua has passed away while receiving treatment at a Nairobi Hospital.

Confirming the death, Lamu County Secretary Ambassador Abass Ali said Munyua had been admitted for the last three months after experiencing a severe headache that led to a coma.

He was later diagnosed with tuberculosis of the brain.

His mother died of a similar illness earlier this year.

Munyua had served as the deputy to Governor Issa Abdalla Timamy since 2022, a role in which Ali noted he demonstrated unwavering dedication.

Prior to this, he held the position of Executive Member for Health under former Governor Fahim Twaha and had a background as a bank manager.

President William Ruto paid tribute to Munyua, describing him as a forward-thinking leader who worked tirelessly for the well-being of the people of Lamu.