Passaris congratulates Raila’s bodyguard Maurice Ogeta on landing new job
By Nancy Marende, January 8, 2026Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has congratulated Maurice Ogeta following his appointment as Advisor, Security Affairs, in the County Government of Mombasa.
In a statement on Thursday, January 8, 2026, Passaris described the appointment as a significant milestone and a major achievement, noting that it reflects Ogeta’s years of service, loyalty, and commitment, particularly his long-standing dedication to the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga.
“This is a significant milestone and a huge win for County 001, reflecting years of service, loyalty, and commitment, especially your dedicated service to the Raila Amolo Odinga,” part of the statement read.
“I wish you wisdom, strength, and success as you take on this important role in service to Abdulswamad Nassir and the people of Mombasa County. Congratulations once again, and all the very best.”
In a statement on Thursday, January 8, 2026, Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir announced new appointments within the Executive Office of the Governor following the establishment of positions by the Mombasa County Public Service Board, in line with the law.
Ogeta has been appointed Advisor, Security Affairs, a role the governor said is informed by his vast experience and deep institutional knowledge built over many years at local, regional, and global levels.
Ogeta is widely known for his long service as a trusted security aide to ODM leader Raila Odinga, one of Kenya’s most prominent political figures.
“The appointment is informed by his many years of experience and deep institutional knowledge built at local, regional and global levels, including his service to our Founding Party Leader, H.E. Raila Odinga, C.G.H.,” the statement read.
Ogeta’s new role will see him advise the county leadership on security matters as Mombasa continues to strengthen public safety, tourism security, and overall urban security management.
His appointment comes a few months after President William Ruto announced that the government would take care of Maurice Ogeta in recognition of his loyalty and dedication to the late ODM leader.
Speaking on Sunday, October 19, 2025, during Raila’s burial ceremony at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) in Bondo, the Head of State lauded Ogeta and other members of Raila’s close security team for their unwavering service over the years.
“I must thank his security people, Maurice Ogeta especially, for standing with Raila always. I remember him in our days in ODM when he would even wipe our shoes when we came late for campaigns,” he said.