In a tragic turn of events, Ambassador Daniel Koikai, the father of the late reggae emcee Njambi Koikai, has reportedly passed away. His death occurred on June 14, 2024, and it remains unclear how he died. The timing is particularly poignant, as he missed attending his daughter’s burial at Lang’ata Cemetery.

During Njambi’s memorial, Ambassador Koikai publicly sought forgiveness from his late daughter for his shortcomings as a father. He expressed remorse for not being fully present in her life and acknowledged the difficulties faced by their close family, friends, and colleagues. Despite the challenges, he had provided for her education and supported her in various ways.

The loss of Ambassador Daniel Koikai has left many in shock and mourning, especially given the emotional context surrounding his plea for forgiveness just a day before his passing. Our thoughts are with the Koikai family during this difficult time.