This archive report was first published on 9 October 2019.
Tragedy struck in Thika on the night of October 9, 2019, when thugs shot and killed Emmanuel Weyusia, the brother of Cotu secretary general Francis Atwoli's wife, Mary Kilobi.
Mary Kilobi took to social media to share the devastating news with her followers, writing:
9th October it is! Haki I can’t believe this hot brother of mine Emmanuel Weyusia has gone to be with the Lord. Marsh we’ve lost you to some cruel people who shot you. Marsh, you will forever be my Big brother our very protective bro, My Mamas 1st Born. How do I say RIP. God, it may not be well with me now because of how I feel but I still hold onto you for comfort. Even though you have allowed this pain to come my way, You are still my God.
Kenyan celebrities and social media users have taken to social media to offer their condolences to Mary Kilobi and her family, with many expressing shock and sadness at the loss of Emmanuel Weyusia.
Fredrick Shitubi wrote: 'Just woken up to exceedingly shocking news that a dear friend, Emmanuel Weyusia (left), was gunned down by thugs last night. Death, where is thy sting? Such a sad morning. Rest in peace bro.'
Hon Wafula Okumu said: 'Emmanuel Weyusia, why you my long-time friend, friend!? and why now!? Why!? I just don’t know how to say RIP! I still don’t believe! It must be a lie!'
Wafula Paul expressed his shock and sadness, saying: 'How can God let this happen. The killers of Emmanuel Weyusia do not know who they have taken from us. What a dark day. How shocking. What a man. What a cruel world. How do you mourn such a good man?'
Lyndah Tabani offered her condolences, saying: 'Aki pole tu sana family anr friends, it is God’s plan. May he rest in peace. Be strong pls.'
Etyang Frank wrote: 'This is so shocking. Unimaginable that Emmanuel ‘s life has been ended so fast. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER. SING WITH THE ANGELS. Mariah Kilobi Atwoli take heart my dear. It is tough.'
We at Nyakundi Report condole with the family of Emmanuel Weyusia and offer our deepest condolences.
