The father of the late reggae MC and media personality Mary Njambi Koikai, also known as Fyah Mummah Jahmby, Ambassador Daniel Koikai, was notably absent from his daughter’s burial.

His absence followed hours after he delivered an emotional tribute to his daughter, who recently lost her battle with endometriosis.

During Jahmby’s burial at Lang’ata Cemetery on Friday, June 14th, Mr Koikai’s tribute was read by family member Edward Mucheru.

“It has been one of the most difficult episodes in my life, especially for your close family. Your sudden and unexpected death cut short your very bright and promising career at a time when you had already entered the political arena,” Read the tribute.

“When I saw you, I saw myself. When we spoke at length about your education, you later went to Alia Girls then to Makini School where you did your O-levels then joined Saint Christophers for your A levels,” the father said in the tribute.

“You are a shining beacon to many and your legacy needs to be continued,” the father added.

Mr Koikai left the tongues of many wagging after he revealed his shortcomings as a father to Njambi during her funeral service held at Nairobi Chapel along Ngong Road.

During the funeral service, he also opened up about the final special moments with his late daughter Jahmby.

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