Popular Kikuyu singer dies after grisly road accident (Photos)

Singer Jimmy Walter Githinji, popularly known as Jimmy Wayuni is dead. The singer died in a car crash on May 26, 2020 as reported by the police and his family.

The singer who was popularly known for songs like Airitu a Ruiru and Wayuni Utuire Uhenagia among others passed on May 26,2020 following a road accident. As reported by several news outlets, the accident took place on Thika road after the singer’s car rammed into a lorry at Kahawa Sukari near Githurai 45.

Reports claim that the late artist was from dropping his friend identified as Jacksam Kibandi when he met his untimely death while heading to Nairobi from Ruiru, Kiambu County.

Police issue a statement

Speaking to Nation on phone, the OCPD from Ruiru Mr Ringera confirmed the sad news as
he also revealed fresh details from the accident. He went on to say;

What we have gathered so far is that the said musician was heading from Ruiru to Nairobi. He tried to exit the highway at Kahawa Sukari; and join the service lane that leads to Githurai 45 when he rammed into a lorry.

Although he did not die on the spot, word has it that the Benga musician fought for his life until he got to the hospital. However upon arriving at St Joseph Hospital, Jimmy lost the fight and was pronounced dead.

He was seriously injured and was rushed to St Joseph Hospital where he passed away while undergoing treatment.

Papa Dennis

The late Jimmy’s death comes barely six months after Papa Dennis allegedly committed suicide due to depression.

Details of his death however remain on the low as his family and twin brother continue to mourn the death of their lost son.

We from the Ghafla team send our heart felt condolences to Jimmy’s family and fans as they mourn their loss!