In as much as the country lost a hero whose presence will forever be felt, only the late Papa Shirandula’s close-knit family and friends know how it really feels to have lost the thespian.
When I talk of family, I also mean Charles Bukeko’s family in the popular TV drama series Papa Shirandula. In testimonies and touching tributes given soon after his passing on, actors who shared the same stage with the fallen film star or even went through his hands for molding and mentorship, expressed just how deep and painful the wound his death had caused was like.
The late Papa Shirandula with best friend, Njoro and Willis Raburu
Jacky Vike popularly known as Awinja lives to mourn a soul so humble yet so resourceful and impactful in the creative industry such that it would not be fair enough to let another month lapse without creating memories of the late, who was also like a father to her.
Papa Shirandula and actress Awinja
Photos
Breaking the news across her social media platforms, the petite lass shared a series of photos clad in a sparkling white, loose shirt dress that had the late Papa’s photo beautifully imprinted on its front.
With a V-shaped neck design and pockets to add to its touch, a stunning Awinja proudly rocked the work of art, hands tucked and her natural glow so pure. Simply captioned:
Good morning and good day❤️
Jacky Vike keeps Papa Shirandula’s memories alive with recent moveJacky Vike does the unthinkable
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Not much was to be said, with the photos self-explanatory but so emotional was the scenario that fans could not get enough of her untamed spirit.
gakun2019 He is gone but his memories remain . Are you selling the T shirt?
Papa Shirandula’s actress Awinja aka Jacky Vike has an amazing sense of style and many continue to admire how fashionable she can get at times!
For a while now the actress has been maintaining a low profile in terms of featuring in new TV shows or commercials! However we believe all is well and now that she has some extra time on her hands; I bet she prefers bonding with her 3 year old son!
Away from her busy schedule, it appears that the mother of one recently decided to take a vacation; and luckily for us, we managed to get never seen before photos of the actress rocking a bikini!
Looking at the photos, we can all agree that natural beauty will forever remain attractive to the eyes! Awinja not only has perfect chocolate skin which blended quite well with her black bikini; but also the perfect figure that will leave many women jealous!
Awinja aka Jacky Vike
Body goals
From the photos below it’s hard to tell whether this same body hosted a growing human 3 years ago! The actress has no loose stomach like most women who have a child or children before.
Awinja appears to be perfect and if anything, fans now want to know secret behind her gorgeous curves! Well, if you think I am hyping her, then the photos below will prove you wrong!
Actress Awinja aka Jacky VikeJacky Vike Parades curves in tiny bikiniVike aka Awinja serving body goals
Many cannot believe that funny man cum actor Papa Shirandula is no more. It has been almost a week now but fans, friends and family still cannot imagine that he will never talk or crack jokes with him.
According to reports the actor allegedly passed on after contracting Covid-19; but his wife’s eulogy seemed to say something different. Anyway, what matters is that Papa Shirandula is now rested and will not have to suffer like he did before his untimely!
Even with the actor gone, we can’t help but share some of the beautiful memories he left behind. One of the special moments we wish to share are photos from his lit wedding that wedding just a few years ago!
The late Papa Shirandula
How he met his wife
Speaking during a recent interview with Churchill, Papa’s wife Beatrice opened up revealing how they met. According to the lady, they met back in 2004 when the late actor visited some friends near her home area.
I met him in 2004 when he was just visiting some friends and pastors around the area we used to live. We started meeting and talking and one time he came through the pastor asking for my consent; and the relationship took pff from there. He took me to Busia and I met his family.
From how his wife described their life together; we can confirm that the two genuinely loved each other hence the 16 years they lived together as man and wife! However now that he is gone, all Beatrice can do is pray for her late husband’s soul.
Anyway below are a few screenshots showing how their wedding went down.
Papa Shirandula’s weddingLove birds, the late papa Shirandula and wife, BeatriceShirandula’s special dayActor Shirandula on his wedding dayActor Shirandula with his wifeFamily potrait
Actor Njoro who is popularly known from TV show Papa Shirandula has come out to school some of the fans on the importance of prioritizing their needs!
This comes just a few days after actor Papa Shirandula was laid to rest in his Busia home. However, there are those who felt the need of criticizing Njoro’s dress code; claiming he is poor and has been struggling like most of the comedians we come to hear of.
Fans criticize Njoro’s dress code during the late Papa Shirandula’s funeral
Speaking during a recent interview, Njoro went on to open up saying;
Like right now, I have seen people discussing my dress code; yet they don’t know that there are things that matter.
What they however did not know is that Njoro is not the type of man who spends his money buying clothes! For him all that matters is investments.
He went on to speak to fellow comedians and artists urging them to live within their means!
The late Papa Shirandula with best friend, Njoro
My advice to fellow comedians and even artistes, just live your life and you will be blessed from there.
Now is the time
Njoro went on to add that instead of choosing flashy lifestyles then ending up in depression when they have nothing at the end should be enough reason to invest wisely!
You live flashy lifestyles when you are in fame and when you get into problems, you end up not having someone to talk to.
The wise actor cum businessman went on to conclude this part of his interview saying;
Once they are broke is when they end up wishing they could have invested well. When you are a celebrity, come back and invest in some business to do because comedy itaisha tu.
The Kenyan entertainment scene has been in mourning since the year started after 2019 wrapped up with one of Kenya’s brilliant, young creative, Ayeiya losing his life in a tragic road accident.
Just as we thought 2020 was going to be any kind, I’ll be honest, if anything it has been severely brutal, unwelcoming of the fact that we are still healing from the wounds of those we had already lost.
I start in order since we ushered in the new year.
1. Razz Msupa
Razz was a popular Kenyan rapper having worked with legendary artists like King Kaka before she bid us goodbye on February 4.
The lass was apparently admitted in hospital following a short illness before breathing her last. Razz was pretty close to King Kaka and news of her passing on only left him dumbfounded.
The female rap act was among those featured in King Kaka’s 2013 smash hit “Ligi Soo Remix”. May she indeed rest in peace!
Saturday, February 8, the nation woke up to news of the tragic death of gospel star, Papa Dennis after a fatal landing from a top floor in Pangani, the previous night.
Papa Dennis
Early morning, area residents, family and friends witnessed as Papa’s lifeless body was picked from the Ngara area where he allegedly jumped off the 7th floor near the Jubilee Headquarters, Pangani.
A lot of reports surrounded his death but for now, we can only allow his soul to rest in eternal peace.
3. Ken Walibora
Renowned author and respected journalist Prof Ken Walibora’s death on April 10, left Kenyans with unanswered questions, speculations rife that he was murdered into his grave.
Prof Ken Walibora speaking at a past function
It was reported he got knocked down by a speeding Double M bus while hurriedly crossing the road in what seemed like a chase by street boys, that left the question “why?” unanswered.
Only for autopsy results to later show that the wound on his right hand was caused by a sharp object and not by a blunt object as earlier alleged. Plus, what was more puzzling was what the 56-year old author was doing in Muthurwa on a chilly Saturday morning.
Either way, may he rest peacefully!
4. Kasee
Known for his budding antics on Churchill Show, we lost Kasee born Joseph Musyoki Kivindu on Sunday, June 28 with claims he had been battling depression before it drove him to his death.
Former Churchill show comedian, Kasee
A budding comedian who had been reduced to one-two gigs at his local Kinoo bar after life took a toll on him, forcing him into alcoholism.
Kasee’s body was found lying on the roadside in Nginduri, Kinoo after spending the previous day on a drinking spree with friends. Unfortunately, he never lived to see another day with autopsy results indicating his drink must have been poisoned.
Safiri salama Kasee!
5. Lady Maureen
The late Ohangla star’s life had started going downhill after nursing complications at a hospital in Kasarani that saw her taken closer home to Kisumu where she changed hospitals severally in an attempt to get her under the best medical team.
Queen of Ohangla, Lady Maureen
Akothee was a noticeable figure in the Benga musician’s journey to treatment and good health, holding fundraisers for her hospital bills and home-based care with the hope she was eventually going to get back on her two feet.
Unfortunately, before that came to pass, Lady Maureen passed on on Saturday, July 11. May her soul find eternal rest!
6. Papa Shirandula
The seasoned actor breathed his last on Saturday, July 18 at The Karen hospital while awaiting admission.
He had previously been at the facility on Wednesday to have several tests done on him, but only one was done – that of Covid-19.
Celebrated thespian, Papa Shirandula
His condition thereafter worsened compelling his wife to rush him to the medical center on Saturday where he unfortunately never made it past the reception, passing on in his car.
He was laid to rest yesterday, July 20 at his home in Busia. Rest in Peace Papa!
An image of a popular actor captured at a funeral surfaced online, and it’s a picture worth a thousand words. It carries a lot of emotion. It’s probably the only image of the comical actor taken out of character.
This actor is Kenneth Gichoya, popularly known as Njoroge, or Njoro in the Citizen TV Show, PapaShirandula.
In this image, Njoroge is clearly an emotional wreck, and it’s easy to understand why. He’s sending off Papa Shirandula – a friend of many years, a mentor and whose on-screen chemistry was almost tangible. The pair have been in the Papa Shirandula show – titled around the departed actor’s persona – for a whopping 13 years. That’s not an easy feat.
Just why did Njoroge seem so shattered?
The fallen icon has been instrumental in the actor’s career growth from the early days. He feels like an orphan.
Njoroge was born as Kenneth Gichoya, in a sleepy section of Kirinyaga County called Gichugu. He has a record breaking tally of primary schools he attended – 7 primary schools! This gives a hint of quite a wild spirit. He did tone down, though, later in high school. Njoro is an alumni of Baricho High school which recently got upgraded to a national school status.
With his onscreen persona, it’s forgivable to believe he called it quit after that, but Njoro holds a Mass communication diploma from East African School of Media studies.
Kenneth Gichoya’s passion for the stage started in high school, and he’s pursued it ever since. The sly, mischievous cunning roles he lands nowadays – especially his role as Njoroge on the Papa Shirandula Show – have a thing with his past.
In the annual high school Christmas musicals, Njoroge would always be cast as the betraying Judas Iscariot. He amusedly tags this uncanny trait to his cunning facial features!
What drives the actor?
Njoroge refers to an episode in his childhood that remains a constant driving force. And as is common with many public figures of note, it’s a humble background. The actor at one point lived with his mother in a single rental room, and all they had was a charcoal jiko and a thin, bare-thread mattress.
One day, the landlord comes over to evict them for arrears owed. The man notices the bare room and asks why they had started to move out – on which the hapless mother says those are their entire belongings. It’s a sad tale.
Njoroge’s acting career broke its teeth at the Kenya National Theatre, and this is where he met the iconic, burly actor Charles Bukeko. They’d moonlight as stage spare casts, props and occasionally headline one or two shows. The pair then got into the travelling theatre showcasing high school literature set books.
Papa Shirandula’s star had started to shine in 1997, when he landed a major deal with Coca-Cola, in the iconic BRRRRR Coke advert. Since then, he never looked back.
What’s more important is that Papa didn’t leave his friend in the trenches – Njoroge. When the self-named Papa Shirandula Show premiered, the main actor did his pick of the cast, and Njoroge was his first choice. They’ve ridden that train together for more than a decade.
Over time, the pair developed a friendship beyond the stage and screen. Their families know each other, and share holidays. They’ve travelled for events and corporate functions.
For the comic Kenneth Gichuhi, Papa Shirandula was more than a uniformed, baton-wielding guard living a double life. He was a mentor, a colleague. Papa was family.
It’s understandable then, why Njoroge seems like a man whose heart has been ripped out.
Papa Shirandula’s wife has come out to eulogize her late husband who passed on on Saturday, July 18th. According to reports the late Papa Shirandula died at the Karen Hospital; but what we were not told is that he actually died outside the hospital and not inside!
His wife Beatrice Adenga revealed this while speaking moments after her husband’s funeral back in Busia. According to the widow, she watched her husband the late Charles Bukeko take his last breathe in their car after doctor’s at the Karen Hospital refused to admit him.
Papa Shirandula’s wife opens up
Nilimueka kwa gari (sigh) I went to Karen Hospital. Admission was just another process, Im telling please he needs support as an emergency the time they are still preparing, he passed on while i was with him in the vehicle. He was not even admitted, he passed on seated on the seat of the car.
Did Papa Shirandula die of COVID 19?
Judging from what Beatrice says it appears that she does not believe that her late husband died of Coronavirus. Apparently the hospital only carried a coronavirus test on the corpse omitting Malaria and Pneumonia. In a video making rounds on social media, the widow goes on to say;
I went to ask the doctor how many tests did you carry out, the doctor only said one…I asked why and they were meant to be three. Why did you concentrate only on one, the weather here is not even conducive to our lives, we have to carry out the three of them pneumonia to confirm also.
If indeed the late actor died of Coronavirus then this leaves us wondering how comes his wife is still interacting with other people; while we already know how infectious the virus is.
But hey, who knows…the government says it’s coronavirus, and COVID 19 it is!
The late Papa Shirandula born Charles Bukeko was finally laid to rest today at his home in Busia County following his passing on on Saturday, July 18th at the Karen Hospital.
The popular thespian reportedly succumbed to Covid-19 awaiting treatment at the city hospital while inside his car.
Charles Bukeko alias Papa Shirandula
Early Monday morning, July 20, his body was lowered into the ground by Ministry of Health officials following the strict Covid-19 measures put in place regards burials and contact with individuals already infected with the virus.
No family, not even his wife or children were allowed close to his coffin as security officers present at the morning event ensured Covid-19 measures were strictly being observed.
Unfortunately, what transpired during the event is what Papa’s widow, Beatrice Andega revealed through her eulogy.
Papa Shirandula’s widow, Beatrice during his burial
The heartbroken mother of three blamed Karen Hospital for negligence of her late husband, back when they still had the chance to save his life but did not.
She failed to understand why the medical staff ignored other possibilities that eventually saw her husband succumb.
I asked them why they only focused on Covid-19 while he could also be suffering from something else. I wish they did everything for him, but it has happened.
Papa Shirandula laid to rest
Fellow comedians, friends and family of the late Papa were in attendance to pay their last respects.
The Kenyan entertainment industry has indeed suffered a big loss after the actor Charles Bukeko; popularly known as Papa Shirandula passed on this weekend while receiving treatment at the Karen Hospital.
According to reports he had been admitted following illness that later on ended up killing him. His family however confirmed that the actor had passed on after being infected by the deadly Covid-19.
His death has however left a cloud of grief hovering above our heads; as fans try to come into terms with the harsh reality of things.
The late Papa Shirandula
Papa Shirandula to be laid to rest
Now that his journey on earth has come to an end, the late Charles Bukeko will be laid to rest in his home back Busia. His lifeless body was moved from the Montenzuma Funeral Home, Nairobi for Busia County on Sunday ahead of the funeral.
However having been revealed that the actor died of COVID-19 we are not quite sure how the funeral will be conducted; considering the fact that his fans from his home area also wish to pay their last respects to the king of comedy!
But looking at how funeral are being conducted due to the pandemic; we highly doubt that the late Papa Shirandula’s funeral will be held the same.
Papa Shirandula’s final journey
‘Papa Shirandula’ who passed on at age 58 became quit popular not only in Africa but world wide following his advertisement with Coca Cola ‘brrrr’ that often left many in laughter.
His character as Papa Shirandula however took over making others actually forget his real name. He will be remembered for his witty jokes; and the joy he brought to our Televisions through his ‘Papa Shirandula’ show!
We as the Ghafla team send our heartfelt condolences to friends and family of the late actor.
Actress Naliaka from the popular program Papa Shirandula has revealed that there was no spark when she first met her man Justus Netia.
Speaking in a TV interview, Naliaka, real names Daisy Netia, said that the two were on a trip and she never expected any man to notice her because she was dirty.
“When I first saw him I did not feel anything because we were going on a work trip and I was very dusty that I did not think anyone would notice me,” Naliaka said during a recent interview on TV.
She says her husband, however, noticed her and even took photos of her, which he shared after one year. She didn’t make things easy however for him when he approached her all the same.
“I took long before dating him because I wanted a relationship that would lead to marriage,” she said.
“It was really hard to get her. Having her photos gave me a chance because she kept asking for them. She was beautiful and I wanted us to be friends but it was an uphill task winning her over,” Said her husband.
Nigeria
Her husband then relocated to Nigeria but the two kept in touch, talking on the phone, Skype and WhatsApp. He later proposed and the rest is history.
“I told her my intentions but she told me to go for the job as planned and promised me that we would talk later,” he said.
Celebs lately have been landing deals left right and centre. Just A few months ago, radio personalities Maina Kageni and Adelle Onyango were named as the Johnnie Walker Brand Ambassadors by KBL.
Octopizzo, King Kaka and Fena also landed lucrative deals from alcoholic brands.
New Face
Now, comedian Kenneth Gichoya popularly known as ‘Njoro’ in the program Papa Shirandula has landed a new three-month deal with Senator Keg as their brand ambassador.
His role will be to support the KBL product on the new promotion, which aims to reward loyal Senator consumers with 150 motorbikes in 10 weeks.
The comedian has managed to make a name for himself in the business and has been used to market different products in the past.
Jackie Nyaminde Aka Wildbroda is not On Citizen TV’s Papa Shirandula any more after she left Royal Media Services and joined MediaMax’s Milele FM.
Word has it that Wildbroda might have been fired by Charles Bukeko aka Papa Shirandula after she moved to the rival media company. Bukeko is the lead actor and concept creator of the show.
Wildbroda however refused to that confirm whether she was fired or she will be in the show after being approached.
“Bado tunaendelea na maisha. Acting is super but I really do not want to talk much about the show (Papa Shirandula). I would rather not talk about it,” she said.
“Let’s talk about my show. Let us talk about Milele, my new place of work, because it is my new blessing and my new beginning.”
Still present
The program manage when approached said that Wildbroda is still in the show while Bukeko refused to answer.
“Wilbroda is in the show and if she is leaving then maybe she knows that better. But for now she is in the show.” Esther, the program manager said to The Star.
Wildbroda also promised to back on TV soon but didn’t say exactly where.
“I chose to concentrate on the good things that are happening in my life,” Wilbroda said.
“Just be sure you will see me on your TV screen, representing a lot of brands that I am part of. Just know there are more good things lined up for me. There are some things that need to be kept under wraps but once they are cooked, I will let the world know.”
Charles Bukeko popularly known as Papa Shirandula is blaming his wife for his weight. The popular actor opened up about a small ‘tussle’ he has with his wife.
Papa is married to Beatrice Ebbie Andega with whom they have three children Tony, Charlie and Wendy. The Citizen TV actor addressed his challenge with weight during an interview with Nation.
Papa says he trying to shed off some weight but his wife is ok with him being chubby. He suspects his wife is trying to keep him off the market.
“I don’t know whether it is malice or maybe my wife is trying to keep me out of the market, but this is her doing. However, I’m fit; we have a small gym in the house,” said Papa.
They aren’t keen to follow on my footsteps
Papa also reveals that his three kids are taking a different path from acting. He says that they don’t even notice what he does but the rest of his family supports him.
“I don’t think they notice what I do. Children are very difficult and hard to predict. They have their lives, which do not go with my line of work. My daughter loves music and is strict about it. But the rest of the family supports me and my parents knew about the character Papa Shirandula before I even started acting it.”
Popular actress Kawira from Papa Shirandula is happy to announce that she is with child. The lady popularly known to rock her bald look has left fans admiring her pregnancy glow moments after sharing her photos.
Kawira who is married to Pastor Ephantus Wahome Safari has managed to keep her pregnancy on the low until the last minute. Judging from her new photos the lady might be in her 3rd trimester – meaning the baby is almost here.
The actress however did not say much about her pregnancy but was keen on noting that marriage is not a walk in the park. She thanked her spiritual mother for having guided her all through enabling her to become a better woman. Kawira wrote saying:
It’s been 3yrs. Three years since My tender heart was stolen by an handsome robber who has taken good care of it.. Truly these are 3yrs of God’s faithfulness. I must agree that it has not been all rosy and smooth. Good news is that My Spiritual Mum @revkathykiuna once told me that you don’t enter Marriage with your own rules. Be ready to give it your ALL. And SUBMIT to the Man of your dreams aka spouse.Enough said,
To My Dearest Husband, Thank you for being understanding, loving, awesome and above all caring.
Happy Anniversary Bae. Cheers to us. My Super Mentor. @ephysaf
Kawira’s husband speaks
The soon to be dad through his Instagram page appreciate his wife in a message where he wrote saying:
Prov 19:14 NLT
Fathers can give their sons an inheritance of houses and wealth, but only the LORD can give an understanding wife.
Glory be to God,
It’s been 3 years of love, love, love and laughter. It’s just like yesterday, when i engaged you and accepted to walk with me down the isle and exchanged vows before our parents, friends, colleagues and our spiritual fathers. Your charisma, grace, modesty,dignity and beauty is something that i dreamt of. Its now a reality. We will sing this song forever and if anything would still love to hold your hand in eternity.
I will forever be grateful to God for this awesome gift. Now, our family is growing, I just wanna wish you grace, strength and more grace as you are transiting to motherhood. I will be there for you and our children. I will be the priest, the father, the husband, the security and the role model.
Mmmmmm live long my shebebee… Love you so much! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to us.
Papa Shirandula’s actress Wibroda just turned a year older and to celebrate this special day she shared new information that many knew nothing about.
According to her she had been struggling with ‘alcohol addiction’ and even after trying to quit for so long – she always found an excuse to keep enjoying her drinks.
However, this year she managed to keep herself from talking any alcoholic drinks. With this possible..she also managed to hit the gym and judging from her latest photos she looks like she has lost quite some weight.
Wilbroda
Through her social media pages she wrote saying:
This year has been special to me in many ways. I finally got the courage to stop excuses and just do it. I finally quit drinking. I never knew I’d be able to until I tried. And I did it! i went to the gym and lost some weight. I was concerned for my health, so i did it! I made meaningful friendships. I got closer with family, closer to god. At one point in life, you realize that there are very few people who truly care. This year also marks my 10th year anniversary as Wilbroda in Papa Shirandula, a role that opened endless doors. I’m eternally grateful to friends and family for their love and support, and to almighty God for strength I didn’t think i had. Here’s to me. happy birthday to me,
Daisy Odeko also known as Naliaka is among the popular actresses in Kenya thanks to TV show Papa Shirandula. About a year ago she got married to the love of her life, Justus Netia in a white wedding that saw her colleagues attend in large numbers.
Since then the lady has been maintaining a low profile as she continues with her career on the side. Anyway just recently the couple marked their 1st wedding anniversary and just like any excited wife, Naliaka posted a heartwarming message appreciating her man for being the perfect man.
The lady went ahead to explain how much her life has changed after meeting him. Through her gram she wrote saying;
“On a day like this last year 2016 I said “I DO”to the love of my life.Since I met you my life has never been the same again.@justusnetia thank you for being my priest,partner,husband and my best friend.”
Jacquey Nyaminde aka Wilbroda has given her social media followers something to talk about after sharing a photos where she is seen holding a couple of snakes on her hands.
Clearly she is not afraid of these sapients like most people are. From the comment section some of her followers wrote telling the actress how weird she is for posing with snakes and flaunting it on social media.
Though it is not wrong to do so, many were shocked with how comfortable she looked while holding them. Are they her pets? Well that I cannot confirm but what I do know for sure is that the type of snakes she was holding are pretty much harmless.
She is however not the first to pull such a stunt but her fans were not ready for this. Anyway checkout the photo below:
Shaniqwa will no longer enjoy the monopoly of being the only cross-dresser that people talk about, he has a rival who also looks fabulous donning women’s clothes.
Shaniqwa first caught the attention of the country slaying in ladies’ clothes on KTN’s ‘Jameni’ TV show. Citizen TV’s Papa Shirandula has also unveiled its own cross-dresser.
Shaniqwa
Joseph Wachira Nyokabi also known as Zaitun by his stage name is the newest cross-dresser in town who is giving Shaniqwa a run for his money.
Joseph Wachira Nyokabi alias Zaitun
Zaitun looks like a real lady in a portrait photo, he has a feminine face which is an added advantage considering he’s playing the role of a woman on Papa Shirandula.
ZaitunAwinja with J Zaitun
His legs however tell a different story altogether, they are muscular resembling those of Kenya’s long-distance runners – zimekauka mbaya.
