Speaker Wetang’ula leads House in mourning Ex-education Minister Oloo Aringo, celebrates his legacy & role in establishing Parliamentary Service commission

𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒,
𝐍𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐢, 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚

National Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Masika Wetang'ula today led Members of Parliament in mourning the passing of former Education Cabinet Minister and Ex-Alego Usonga MP, Hon. Peter Castro Oloo Aringo, describing him as a brilliant leader who served Kenya with dedication and distinction.

In a condolence message sent to newsrooms, Speaker Wetang’ula, who served alongside Hon. Oloo Aringo in the 6th Parliament, highlighted his remarkable contributions to the nation. 

“His service to the people of Kenya was marked by brilliance, servant leadership, and a deep commitment to addressing critical issues, not only for Alego Usonga but for the entire country," Wetang'ula stated.

Reflecting on Hon. Aringo's legacy, Speaker Wetang’ula praised his visionary role in championing the establishment of the Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC), which has been instrumental in supporting the welfare of MPs and parliamentary staff. 

“As Speaker of the National Assembly and Chairperson of the PSC, I celebrate the late Hon. Oloo Aringo for his invaluable role in establishing the Parliamentary Service Commission, which secured the constitutional independence of Parliament,” he noted.

Wetang'ula emphasized that Hon. Aringo was part of a team of visionaries that sought to strengthen parliamentary democracy. 

“He helped create a commission that safeguards the independence of Parliament, promoting democracy and fortifying Parliament as a true symbol of the sovereignty of the Kenyan people," he added. 

“For this, we are forever indebted to the people of Alego Usonga for giving us a patriot whose invaluable contributions shape our legislature to this day.”

Turning to Hon. Aringo's tenure as Minister for Education, Wetang'ula recounted his instrumental role in overseeing the operationalization of the 8-4-4 education system and promoting technical institutes across Kenya’s provinces.

He was also the one who presented Bills in Parliament that were enacted into law to make Moi, Maseno and Egerton universities public institutions.

“On behalf of Parliament and myself, I extend heartfelt condolences to Hon. Aringo’s family. May God comfort them in this time of loss, and may his soul rest in peace,” Wetang'ula concluded.

While conveying his condolences on behalf of the National Assembly Secretariat, the Clerk of the National Assembly Mr. Samuel Njoroge stated that Hon. Aringo’s invaluable contribution in establishing the Parliamentary Service Commission and a professional Parliamentary Service will forever remain embedded in the great history of Parliament.

“The staff of Parliament celebrate him for transforming the Parliamentary Service to what it is today, and will forever be grateful to the people of Alego Usonga for having elected a leader who has left behind a legacy of accomplishment and transformation and will forever be remembered”, Mr. Njoroge noted.

He also lauded the departed leader for his role in championing for a progressive legislature.

“During his service as a Commissioner of the First Parliamentary Service Commission, he championed for provision of services and facilities that were necessary to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of Parliament”, Mr. Njoroge recounted.