Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has pledged to cover funeral and burial expenses for families of students who died in the Utumishi Girls Academy fire. Consequently, the move aims to ease the financial burden facing families during this difficult period. Additionally, Sonko expressed sympathy
On May 28, 2026, Faith Irene tragically lost her life in a road accident along the Nakuru–Gilgil Highway. The fatal crash happened at Kariandusi as she rushed to Utumishi Girls Senior Secondary School. Consequently, the heartbreaking incident deepened the pain surrounding the deadly school dormitory fire. Additionally, her husband survived the collision with serious
On May 28, 2026, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba ordered the indefinite closure of Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County. Consequently, the government halted all school operations immediately after the devastating tragedy. Additionally, authorities acted swiftly to secure the premises as investigations began. Deadly Fire Breaks Out in Dormitory Block




