Cyprian Nyakundi has reported that reggae enthusiast ‘Fayah Mummah Jahmby’ Njambi Koikai’s father Ambassador Daniel Koikai committed suicide this morning which is also the same day as when the late endo warrior was buried at Lang’ata Cemetery.
Njambi Koikai’s Father Seeks Forgiveness for being an Absent Dad
Just yesterday, that Ambassador Daniel Koikai, while eulogizing his late daughter, publicly asked for forgiveness for being an absent father in his daughter’s life.
Daniel Koikai expressed deep regret for not being present for his daughter, Njambi, during crucial times in her life. Reflecting on their journey, he admitted to his many absences.
“Dear Njambi, my daughter,” he began, “The time has come for me to atone for my acts of omission and commission on your final journey from this world. It has been one of the most difficult episodes of my life, especially for your close family, your mother, sisters, aunts, uncles, media colleagues, and friends in and outside the country.”
He concluded his tribute with a heartfelt message: “At your bedside in the hospital with your mother the night you left us, you told me that we were the same blood and that you were glad I had come. We have been reunited and I hope that one day we will be reunited again. May the Almighty God rest your soul in eternal peace, Njambi.”
Despite the challenges, Koikai admired Njambi’s resilience and achievements. “You have been a shining beacon for many, and your legacy must continue. I will endeavour to play my part in keeping your legacy alive,” he vowed.
He concluded his tribute with a heartfelt message: “At your bedside in the hospital with your mother the night you left us, you told me that we were the same blood and that you were glad I had come. We have been reunited and I hope that one day we will be reunited again. May the Almighty God rest your soul in eternal peace, Njambi.”
Koikai praised Njambi’s influence, noting her large social media following as a testament to her impactful personality. He lamented her sudden death, which cut short a bright and promising career. Recently, Njambi had entered politics, running for a parliamentary seat in Dagoretti South in 2022 and finishing fourth.
He recalled the early days with Njambi’s mother, Stella Wambui Kanogo. “Stella and I were living in Riruta Satellite when we started our friendship and you were conceived in 1985. She gave birth to you on 24 January 1986. The first time I saw you, you were about four months old,” he said.
Their relationship had its ups and downs, often marked by periods of separation due to Koikai’s work abroad. They reunited when Njambi was in high school, and Koikai supported her education from that point. “You were at Ngara Girls then and you came in school uniform. When I saw you, I saw myself and we talked at length about your education,” he recalled.
Njambi excelled academically, attending prestigious schools and graduating from Daystar University with a degree in mass communication. “On your graduation day, we took a very nice photo that I will always treasure,” Koikai remembered.
By Vivian K.