Melinda Auma
KenyaunknownFemale7.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Melinda Auma is the mother of Sharon Otieno, a tragic figure who was murdered in 2018. Recently, she made a heartfelt plea to the court during the sentencing hearing of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, who was convicted for her daughter's murder. Auma urged the judge to consider a non-custodial sentence for Obado, citing the emotional turmoil her family has endured and emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and the impact of sentencing on her family's well-being.
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Melinda Auma is one of Sharon Otieno's parents asking for an interpreter to address the court.
Sharon Otieno's parents seek Dholuo interpreter during Obado sentencingKenya· 2026-09-16
Melinda Auma made the emotional appeal as she addressed Justice Cecilia Githua during the mitigation and sentencing hearing following Obado’s conviction for the murder of her daughter.
Don't punish him': Sharon's mother pleads with court to spare ObadoKenya· 2026-09-16
