"I have considered all factors and found that Odhiambo was a vengeful person who committed the killing of his close friend," the judge stated, highlighting the serious nature of the crime.
"The judge's comments serve as a somber reminder of the devastating loss to Chiloba's family and the wider community." This reflects the ongoing impact of the case on Kenya's LGBTQ+ community.
The National Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission emphasized the lingering effects of Chiloba's death, noting that while the sentence provides some justice, the pain remains profound.
Despite the sentence for murder in Kenya being death, the judge opted for 50 years, citing the 'diabolical manner' of the murder, amidst Kenya's controversial stance on capital punishment.
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