The Charles Ong’ondo Were assassination has sent shockwaves across Kenya, sparking national outrage and demands for justice. The Kasipul MP was shot dead in a brazen attack along Ngong Road, Nairobi, on the evening of April 30, 2025.According to police, the Kenyan lawmaker was murdered by gunmen on a motorcycle in what is believed to be a targeted and premeditated killing. The Ngong Road attack occurred near the City Mortuary roundabout, where the assailants approached Hon. Were’s vehicle and opened fire through the passenger side. Despite emergency efforts, he was pronounced dead on arrival at Nairobi Hospital.Hon. Were, a member of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), was in his second term representing the Kasipul constituency. He was actively involved in national cohesion and blue economy initiatives.In response to the ODM MP killed, President William Ruto condemned the act and called for a thorough investigation, assuring Kenyans that the perpetrators would be brought to justice. ODM leader Raila Odinga described the MP murder in Nairobi as a “cold-blooded assassination” and a blow to democracy.This Nairobi shooting has reignited concerns about Kenya political violence, especially with public servants being increasingly targeted. Authorities are analyzing CCTV footage and urging witnesses to come forward.The motive behind the Charles Ong’ondo Were assassination remains unclear, but police are treating it as politically significant.