By Zuleikha Salim
The memorial service for 21 pupils who perished in the Hillside Endarasha Academy fire tragedy in Nyeri County on September 05, was held on Thursday, with names of the learners being revealed.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and opposition leaders including Kalonzo Musyoka and Eugne Ludovic Wamalwa, were among those in attendance.
The 21 were among over 100 boys who were sleeping in the dormitory when the fire broke out. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined.
Here are the names of those who died, and their attributes:
1. Roy Victor - enthusiastic and responsible
2. John Komu - outgoing and adventurous
3. Timothy Wamae - persistent and reserved
4. Emmanuel Maina - creative and calm
5. Success King'ori - responsible and disciplined
6. Samvin Munene - cheerful and well-groomed
7. Timothy Weru - kindhearted and jovial
8. Kent Mungai - compassionate and industrious
9. Ferdinand Karuku - humble and innovative
10. Kevin Kabogo - social and ambitious
11. Travis Kariuki - humble and well-mannered
12. Roy Branton - empathetic and hardworking
13. Lewis Machira - curious and gentle
14. Collins Mureithi - confident and lively
15. Robinson Theuri - diligent and generous
16. Bernard Warutere - influential and approachable
17. John Munga - God-fearing and warm-hearted
18. Michael Ndung'u - artistic and quiet
19. Lewis Wairagu - brilliant and organised
20. Emmanuel Gachoroyo - outstanding and realistic
21. Ernest Ngaruhia - talented and visionary
Endarasha fire tragedy: Memorial service held in honour of learners who perished
DP Rigathi Gachagua condoles with families of those who lost loved ones in the Endarasha school fire tragedy. Photo/Courtesy
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