Rashid Echesa
Rashid Echesa is a Kenyan politician who previously held the position of Sports Cabinet Secretary. He was summoned by the Wanga Council of Elders along with Matungu MP Peter Nabulindo over a violent incident that occurred during a funeral, which led to injuries and unrest among attendees.
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Rashid Echesa was involved in the Fake Arms Deal scandal mentioned in relation to Kipyegon Kenei's death.
Opposition wants inquest into police killings
Kenya· 2025-06-27
Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa was a frequent visitor to the stalled stadium and expressed dissatisfaction with the progress.
Construction work at Kipchoge Keino Stadium stalls once again despite Sh3.5b budgetKenya· 2025-04-14
Rashid Echesa is a former Cabinet Secretary for Sports who has been at odds with Governor Fernandes Barasa.
Inside Matungu gangs that attack mourners, steal food at funeralsKenya· 2025-04-01
Former Cabinet Secretary for Sports Rashid Echesa has been at odds with Governor Fernandes Barasa.
Administrator points finger at police as goons attack, steal food at funeralsKenya· 2025-03-29Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa's supporters clashed with supporters of Governor Fernandes Barasa during a funeral service.
Bishop Obanyi: No political rallies at funerals in Kakamega, VihigaKenya· 2025-03-25
Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Rashid Echesa has been summoned by the Wanga Council of Elders over chaos at a funeral.
MP Nabulindo, Echesa summoned by council of elders over funeral chaosKenya· 2025-02-19
