Aspiring Laikipia County Senator Steve Chege is dead.

The politician had been hospitalized at Kenyatta University, Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH) after he encountered a road accident in the early mornings on Sunday.

On Sunday, his close friend Kirika Githaiga posted details about the accident.

"From what we are getting, Chege was driving along Northern Byass when He saw a Bodaboda riding in the wrong direction, To avoid a head-on collision, He swerved only to hit road barriers, His car spun and landed in a ditch some few meters away," a statement read.

On Sunday, his friends also appealed for blood donation as he was admitted to the ICU.

News of his demise was shared online by his friends among them Gukena FM's breakfast host MC Jimmie Kajim.

He wrote;

"My brother… Rest in peace."

Others who know him have described him as a promising politician.

He unsuccessfully vied for a senator seat as an Independent Senate Aspirant in Laikipia County.

Here are more tribute messages from his fans;

Blogger Pauline njoroge: A young, very promising life cut short. I am gutted. Steve, for over 24 hours you fought very hard, like the fighter you always were. There were doctors by your side, also family and friends nearby doing their best to fight with you because you were truly loved and treasured. But the Lord saw it best to give you rest from the pain you were in. Go well Steve and shine on your way. You have left a mark among the young political leaders of your generation, your comrades.

Waweru Wasignature: This was so fast bro,... A sad morning ...What does life has for us?We work so hard, we dedicate ourselves, we sacrifice alot and eventually we die young. God protect us. My heart bleeds... Am devastated....Go well brother.

Sir James Kenyan: Sad DayRest easy kabroHon Steve Chege.

Muthoni Wa Kirumba: Rip steve.

Ndung'u Nyoro: Shocking news. Rest easy Steve. May God comfort your family and friends.

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