Former Gor Mahia Defender, Austine Oduor “Makamu” is dead

Africa and Kenya sports fraternity is mourning the death of one of their own.

Austine Oduor, former Gor Mahia defender and team captain during their remarkable 1987 win, (Nelson Mandela Cup) has passed away.

Known as “Makamu,” Oduor will be remembered for his unparalleled contribution to the Kenya Premier League champions.

Deputy Chief of Staff Eliud Owalo mourned the departed soccer star on his X handle, noting that they had visited local clubs together last weekend in Gangu village.

“It is with profound shock that I have learnt of the sudden death of Kenyan Soccer Legend,Gor Mahia and Harambee Stars award-winning Captain Austin “Makamu” Oduor-a soccer Idol. It is only three days ago that Austin and other former Kenyan Soccer Internationals paid a courtesy call on me at our Gangu Village home in Asembo,” Mr Owalo posted on his X account.

The former ICT boss had brought along a group of Gor Mahia players to serve as motivators for the local clubs in the Nyanza region.

In addition to the mentorship program, Mr. Owalo has also initiated a support fund, donating sports kits and balls to local teams.

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