Albert Njeru Obed, oo ahaa Khasnaji Guud ee COTU iyo Xoghaye Guud ee KUDHEIHA, ayaa dhintay Sabtida, Ogosto 29, ka dib xanuun gaaban. Francis Atwoli, Xoghaye Guud ee COTU, ayaa xaqiijiyay geeridaas.
Xilalka uu soo maray
Albert Njeru Obed wuxuu soo noqday Xoghaye Guud ee KUDHEIHA muddo 19 sano ah, halkaas oo uu matali jiray shaqaalaha qaybaha guryaha, huteelada, machadyada waxbarashada, isbitaallada iyo kuwa la xidhiidha. Waxaa kale oo uu ahaa Khasnaji COTU muddo shan bilood ah.
Wuxuu ka tirsanaa ururada shaqaalaha ee Kenya isagoo ka wakiil ah danta shaqaalaha dhowr qaybood oo muhiim ah. Adeeggii uu bixiyay wuxuu muujinayaa khibrad dheer oo uu ku lahaa dhaqdhaqaaqa shaqaalaha ee dalka iyo dibaddiisa.
Hadalka Atwoli
Francis Atwoli wuxuu geerida Albert Njeru ku tilmaamay khasaare weyn oo soo gaaray COTU, shaqaalaha KUDHEIHA iyo dhaqdhaqaaqa midowga shaqaalaha ee Kenya iyo meelaha kale. Wuxuu kaloo u tangaray inuu lumiyay walaal iyo saaxiib daacad ah.
Atwoli wuxuu yidhi: "I have lost a brother, a loyal friend and a distinguished champion of workers' rights." Wuxuu ku barooranayay Njeru inuu ahaa mid u heellan welfarka iyo sharafta shaqaalaha oo aan daciifin intii uu xilka hayay.
Dhaqdhaqaaqa shaqaalaha
Njeru wuxuu ka mid ahaa hoggaamiyayaashii dhaqdhaqaaqa shaqaalaha ee Kenya, isagoo muddo dheer xil ka hayay KUDHEIHA. Waxaa loo arkayay horyaal u soo standay xuquuqda shaqaalaha qaybaha kala duwan ee uu matali jiray.
Dhimashadiisa waxay calaamad u tahay khasaare loo geynayo ururada shaqaalaha, iyadoo Atwoli uu qirey inuu ahaa horyaal aan la joojin karin oo u adkaystay xuquuqda shaqaalaha intii uu noolaa.
Albert Njeru Obed, the Treasurer General of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) and Secretary General of KUDHEIHA, has died following a brief illness. COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli confirmed the death on Saturday, August 29, describing it as a significant loss to the Kenyan trade union movement.
Confirmation of Death and Immediate Reactions
Albert Njeru Obed passed away on Saturday, August 29, after a short illness, according to COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli. Atwoli confirmed the news in a statement released to the public, marking the end of a long and dedicated career in labour advocacy.
Atwoli described Njeru's death as a major loss to COTU, KUDHEIHA workers, and the wider trade union movement in Kenya and beyond. He expressed deep personal sorrow, stating that he had lost a brother, a loyal friend, and a distinguished champion of workers' rights.
Njeru's Extensive Service in Trade Unions
Njeru had served as the Secretary General of KUDHEIHA for 19 years, representing workers in the domestic, hotel, educational institutions, hospitals, and allied sectors. His tenure at KUDHEIHA was marked by unwavering commitment to the welfare and dignity of workers across these critical industries.
In addition to his long-standing role at KUDHEIHA, Njeru served as COTU Treasurer General for five months. Atwoli mourned Njeru as a dedicated trade unionist whose commitment to workers' rights and dignity remained steadfast throughout his service.
Legacy and Impact on the Labour Movement
Njeru's contributions to the labour movement have been widely recognised, with colleagues and leaders alike acknowledging his pivotal role in advocating for workers' rights. His passing leaves a void in the Kenyan trade union landscape, where his influence was deeply felt.
The trade union community is expected to organise mourning activities and pay tribute to Njeru's legacy. His dedication to improving the lives of workers across various sectors will be remembered as a defining aspect of his career.
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