Professor Lukoye Atwoli, son of Kenyan trade unionist Francis Atwoli, has confirmed the death of his wife, Maureen, after 21 years of marriage, in an emotional social media post. According to Tuko, the renowned psychiatrist expressed his grief, saying he would struggle with the loss, while Kenyans from across the country joined in mourning and offered condolences to him and his family.

A photograph showing Kenyan academic Professor Lukoye Atwoli alongside his wife and children, taken before her death, has circulated widely and stirred an emotional response among Kenyans. According to Tuko, the image has prompted an outpouring of grief and messages of support for the professor and his family following their loss.

Maureen Nyadida Lukoye, a Kenyan public-sector professional and wife of psychiatrist Prof. Lukoye Atwoli, has died, according to The Kenya Times. She built much of her career at the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), where she worked for more than a decade in compliance before moving into strategy and organisational change. The announcement of her death was made in a statement issued on September 8, prompting public interest in her life and professional achievements.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of Onwubuariri, an assistant director of media at the presidential villa. According to PM News, the president extended his heartfelt condolences to the deceased's wife, Catherine, his three children, his extended family, colleagues and friends. Further details about the circumstances of the death were not provided in the report.

Kenyan President William Ruto has conveyed condolences to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan after the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, according to Capital FM. The message was delivered by Joho and Sudi, the outlet said, in a report dated September 8 from Nairobi. The brief item did not provide details about the cause of death, funeral arrangements, or the full content of Ruto’s message.

Zanzibar President and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Dr Hussein Mwinyi, has sent condolences to Tanzanian President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan. According to Daily News, Hafidh died on September 7, 2026, at Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar. President Mwinyi expressed his sympathy to the head of state and her family over the loss, joining national mourning for the president's spouse.