- Former president Uhuru Kenyatta supported musician Njeru Thiga’s treatment with a generous donation
- The artiste, who sings in Kikuyu, recently travelled to India for urgent treatment after fundraising by Kenyans
- Numerous social media users lauded Uhuru for the donation, while praying for Thiga’s quick recovery
Former president Uhuru Kenyatta is among the Kenyans who have financially supported ailing musician Njeru Thiga.
Source: Facebook
The artiste was found to have a cancerous adrenal mass.
According to Mayo Clinic, adrenal cancer is an uncommon malignant tumour originating in the outer layer of one of the adrenal glands.
What is ailing Njeru Thiga?
The glands sit atop each kidney and produce essential hormones that regulate blood pressure, metabolism, stress response, and various bodily processes.
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Though infrequent, this cancer can develop at any age but peaks in young children under 5 years and adults aged 40–50.
Thiga sought help from Kenyans raising funds so he could travel to India for treatment.
On Friday, December 19, Thiga left Kenya for India.
He later shared a photo at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport alongside his wife and philanthropist Karangu Muraya.
“There are friends, there is family, and then there are friends who become family. What a sacrifice! My wife and I could have had a hard time here in India. Help me appreciate Karangu,” he wrote.
The next day, Karangu announced that Thiga had already started treatment.
“A lot can happen in 24 hours. By God’s grace, my brother Njeru Thiga started his medication here in India early this morning.
This is a great miracle that has happened this year because on Saturday last week, we were all stranded, not knowing where to start, but Jehovah has made a way for us. We are trusting God for a speedy recovery. God bless you all for prayers and support,” he wrote.
How much did Uhuru Kenyatta donate to Njeru Thiga?
On Monday, December 22, Thiga announced that Uhuru had sent him a generous donation.
“Help me thank Uhuru for the generous support of KSh 200,000 extended to me through my friend Professor Olive Mugenda. We do not take it for granted.
The Lord bless you and keep you. Asante sana,” he wrote.
Kenyans wished blessing upon Uhuru, writing:
Karangu Muraya:
“Abarikiwe sana. We are grateful.”
John Kariuki:
“Giving is a treasure that will bear fruit.”
Terry Njeru:
“Blessings to Uhuru, divine healing to Njeru Thiga.”
Paul W Michael:
“May God bless him and add more years full of peace and good health.”
Seizchege:
“Thank you, our beloved president, and may our God add many years.”
How did Kenyans react to seeing Uhuru?
Source: AFP
In other news, a viral video captured Uhuru’s motorcade on a Nairobi highway, where excited motorists spotted his black Toyota Land Cruiser 200 series V8 and enthusiastically waved.
Uhuru, known for favouring this model over the newer 300 series, waved back through lighter-tinted front windows.
As his vehicle accelerated away, a security Prado SUV with a bull bar manoeuvred closer, seemingly for protection.
The clip sparked divided opinions online.
Many celebrated the interaction, while others, including activist Morara Kebaso, criticised the enthusiasm, questioning awareness of economic challenges during his tenure.
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Source: TUKO.co.ke
