Albert Ojwang’s Mum Says She Sleeps Hungry Year After Sleeps Hungry: “I Sit on The Grave”

Albert Ojwang’s Mum Says She Sleeps Hungry Year After Receiving Millions: “I Sit on The Grave”

The family of the late blogger Albert Ojwang has spoken out nearly a year after his death, revealing ongoing financial and emotional struggles despite receiving millions in donations and pledges from political leaders.

Ojwang’s death drew national attention, prompting an outpouring of support from leaders and well-wishers across the country. Among those who pledged assistance was Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, who committed to covering burial expenses, supporting the deceased’s family, and helping secure a stable future for his widow and child.

At the time, the governor promised to facilitate employment for Ojwang’s widow upon completion of her studies, pay school fees for the blogger’s son, and assist the family in acquiring land where rental units could be developed to generate income.

However, in a recent interview, Ojwang’s mother, Eucabeth Adhiambo, painted a starkly different picture of the family’s current situation, describing life as increasingly difficult and uncertain.

Speaking candidly about her struggles, she said, “I don’t know how I will live. Life is so tough, sometimes I sleep hungry, but I leave everything to God.” Her remarks highlight the challenges the family continues to face despite earlier assurances of support.

The grieving mother also opened up about the emotional toll of losing her son, revealing that she still struggles to accept his death. She added, “Sometimes I don’t sleep. I sit on the grave, thinking about my son. I still don’t believe that my son is dead.” In a poignant reflection, she explained that she occasionally imagines he is still alive and living away from home.

Her sentiments have reignited questions about the fate of pledges made by leaders following high-profile tragedies, particularly whether such commitments are consistently fulfilled over time.

Adhiambo further alleged that some of the promises made to the family have yet to materialise. She claimed, “The job that they promised her has not come through. Sakaja promised her a job… I haven’t seen.” The family also said that plans to acquire land and develop rental units have not progressed as earlier indicated.

While the governor has not publicly responded to the latest claims, the issue has sparked renewed public debate on accountability and follow-through by leaders who make commitments during times of crisis.

Questions have also emerged regarding the financial support the family has already received. Addressing speculation, the family’s lawyer clarified that the total amount received was lower than widely reported figures.

Julius Juma, who represents the family, dismissed claims that they had received KSh 10 million. He clarified, “The family received KSh 5.1 million,” noting that the contributions included donations from President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga.

Despite the financial support, the family maintains that the funds have not been sufficient to secure long-term stability, especially in the absence of sustainable income sources that had been promised.

Observers note that the situation underscores broader concerns about how support is structured for bereaved families in high-profile cases. While immediate financial assistance may address short-term needs, the lack of long-term implementation of pledges can leave families vulnerable once public attention fades.

For Ojwang’s family, the pain of loss remains compounded by ongoing hardship and uncertainty. As his mother reflected, “I don’t know how I will survive onwards until my death.” Her words capture the enduring grief and challenges faced by the family nearly a year after the tragedy.

The revelations have reignited public scrutiny over political pledges and raised calls for greater transparency and accountability to ensure that commitments made to vulnerable families are honoured fully and in a timely manner.

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Albert Ojwang’s Mum Says She Sleeps Hungry Year After Receiving Millions: “I Sit on The Grave”