“Please forgive me for not fulfilling my duties as your father,” said Jahmby Koikai’s dad

In a heartfelt tribute, Ambassador Daniel Koikai asked his late daughter, Jahmby Koikai, for forgiveness for any shortcomings as her father.

Family and friends gathered at Nairobi Chapel, Ngong Road, on Thursday, June 13, to honor the life of Jahmby Koikai, a beloved media personality and women’s health advocate.

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The memorial service was filled with touching tributes from her family, highlighting her relentless spirit and profound impact on many lives.

Ambassador Koikai shared reflections on his relationship with Jahmby, acknowledging the complexities and long absences due to his professional commitments.

“A time has come for me to atone for my acts of omission and commission. It has been one of the most difficult episodes in my life, especially for your close family, your mum, sisters, aunts, uncles, colleagues in the media, and friends in and out of the country,” he expressed.

He recounted their early years, beginning in 1985 when Jahmby was conceived and her birth in 1986, during his time at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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“She visited me in the office to inform me of the pregnancy and later, after she gave birth to you, she came back to see me. At that time, you were about four months old, and that was my first encounter with you as a child,” he reminisced.

However, their interactions were brief due to his postings abroad. “Though our encounter was short-lived and we never saw each other after that as I was posted outside the country, your mum and other family members took care of you,” he added.

They reconnected when Jahmby was in high school. “It is only when you got to Form One and I was back in the country that we were able to meet when you came to the office to look for me.”

Despite the distance, he ensured he provided for her education and supported her in various ways. “From the time I accepted you as my daughter, I never stopped paying for your education and supporting you in other ways. I would also support you from different parts of the world, especially when I was in Nigeria and London,” he said.

In an emotional moment, Ambassador Koikai asked for forgiveness for any shortcomings as a father. “I take this opportunity to thank her family for being there for her when I was absent… I’ll remember you in many ways. I ask here in public, where I may have not fulfilled my duties as your dad, please forgive me, forgive me, forgive me,” he pleaded.

He concluded his tribute with a prayer for her soul, hoping for eternal peace until they meet again. “I pray that your soul will rest in eternal peace till we meet again. Bye bye!”

Jahmby’s close family members also shared glowing tributes, emphasizing her relentless spirit and the power of her influence. They remembered her as a strong, inspiring figure who touched many lives through her work and advocacy.

Jahmby Koikai will be laid to rest on Friday, June 14, 2024.