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News broke the internet last night that former Gor Mahia player Kevin Oliech is no more.
Kevin, who is a brother to Dennis Oliech, succumbed to cancer in Germany where he has been undergoing treatment.
Mike Sonko was the first one to break the news on social media.
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“Saddened by the untimely death of former Gor Mahia player Kevin Oliech, brother to former Harambee Stars Captain Dennis Oliech, a member of the Nairobi City County Sports Board. Kevin passed on this evening in Germany while undergoing treatment for cancer. The former prolific footballer just like his brothers Dennis Oliech, Andrew Oyombe and Steve Okumu was a hardworking lad who rose to fame because of his talent, self-belief and determination. Our prayers and thoughts are with the grieving family. Poleni sana,” wrote Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko.
CMB Prezzo who is a close friend to the family, has taken to social media to mourn the loss of a man he called a brother.
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I still can't believe it but we cannot question God, rest in peace my brother Kevin Oliech, till we meet again 🙏
During his career, Kevin played for various clubs as a striker including Mathare United, Tusker FC, Ushuru FC, Thika United, Gor Mahia and Nairobi City Stars.
To the friends and family of the late, Kiss 100 sends out our condolences and may he Rest In Peace.
