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On Friday, June 21, 2024, Kenyans from all walks of life gathered at Carnivore Grounds for “Fred Omondi’s Last Laugh,” an event organized by the Laugh Industry and Mwalimu Churchill to honor the late comedian Fred Omondi. The night vigil was a sold-out affair, demonstrating the deep respect and affection Kenyans had for Fred Omondi.
The evening was filled with laughter and memories as a series of comedians took to the stage, sharing stories and performances that highlighted the good times they shared with Fred Omondi. The event was emceed by notable personalities including MP Jalang’o, Terence Creative, Big Ted, and Churchill himself.
Prominent figures in attendance included Former PM Raila Odinga, Winnie Odinga, CS Ababu Namwamba, Vera Sidika, Amber Ray, Kennedy Rapudo, McDonald Mariga, Bahati, Diana Marua, Justina Syokau, Gor Semelango, KRG the Don, Simon Kabu, among others.
The comedy industry was well-represented with appearances by Eric Omondi, Tom Daktari, Mulamwah, GK Serkal, Oga Obinna, MC Jessy, MCA Tricky, Wololo, Useful Idioty, Sammyro, YY Comeedian, DJ Shiti, Adhis Jojo, Dr. Ofweneke, and many more, all coming together to celebrate the life and legacy of Fred Omondi.
According to the organizers of the Night Vigil, all the funds raised from the event will be dedicated to providing Fred Omondi with a dignified sendoff and supporting Eric Omondi and his family. This gesture underscores the community’s commitment to honoring Fred Omondi’s memory and offering assistance to his loved ones during this difficult time.
During the event, CS Ababu Namwamba faced challenges addressing the large crowd that had gathered to pay tribute to the late Fred Omondi, highlighting the strong emotions and high turnout of Kenyans coming together to celebrate the life and legacy of the beloved comedian.
During Fred Omondi’s Last Laugh, CS Ababu Namwamba faced a challenging reception when invited on stage by Mwalimu Churchill to address the crowd. The audience, filled with strong emotions, began booing him, making it difficult for him to be heard. Despite the overwhelming noise, Namwamba continued with his speech, asserting his right to speak in a democratic country that values freedom of speech.
He emphasized, “I will not be silenced because we live in a democratic country that encourages freedom of speech,” underscoring the importance of expressing oneself even in the face of opposition. His determination to speak amidst the noise highlighted the tensions present but also reinforced the principle of free expression.
