This archive report was first published on 20 August 2020.
On October 15, 2018, Joseph Kuria Irungu, alias Jowie, was seen at the Milimani Court in Nairobi. PHOTO | DENNIS ONSONGO
Fast forward to the present, Jowie has released his debut gospel song, 'Nishikilie', which has been met with a mix of surprise and admiration from fans and critics alike.
The song, which Jowie premiered on his YouTube Channel, has garnered 550 subscribers so far. In the channel bio, Jowie describes himself as 'a conscious music artiste signed under Safri Records.'
According to sources, 'Nishikilie' is a worship song in which Jowie appears to talk about his tribulations in life. The song also features Jowie thanking God for being by his side throughout the period he was behind bars.
Interestingly, Jowie quotes Psalms 31:15, 'My times are in Thy hand; deliver me from the hand of my enemies and from them that persecute me,' as he appears to ask God to save him from his court tribulations.
Notably, singer Mercy Masika has welcomed Jowie to the gospel industry, sharing his song on her Instagram page and applauding his decision to turn to God in his time of need.
“I appreciate people who make decisions. God is about us turning to where we are called, and all things work together for the good of those who love Him,” Masika posted.
It's worth noting that Jowie is facing charges for the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani, who was found dead in a bathtub in her house in Nairobi's Kilimani area in 2018. He was released on a Sh2 million cash bail in February this year and has been maintaining a low profile.
