The atmosphere grew even more solemn when Prof. George Wajackoyah arrived, shortly followed by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, both joining the mass of grieving fans, family members, and clergy for the moving funeral service.
From early dawn, mourners streamed into the stadium, filling the stands as choirs sang Bayo’s beloved worship melodies.
The family, still heavy-hearted, had earlier arrived at the Kenyatta University Referral Hospital to finalize preparations before escorting the body to Ndumberi.
According to funeral organisers, the singer will later be laid to rest at her Mugumo farm, where a private interment ceremony has been planned.
As the day unfolded, the grandeur of the sendoff became more evident.
Bayo’s body was transported in a luxurious, high-end hearse that captured public attention after Pastor Kanyari shared a brief video snippet online.
The flashy vehicle left social media users stunned, with many saying the elegance of the hearse embodied the respect and honour the musician deserved.
At the KU Referral Mortuary, the crowd swelled to extraordinary numbers.
Family, friends, fans, and even well-known content creators struggled to find space during the emotional viewing session.
Security officers maintained tight control as mourners fought tears upon seeing Bayo’s body the final time.
A preacher stepped in to restore order inside the crowded room, especially as some TikTokers jostled for angles to capture the moment.
Outside, thousands continued to converge, chanting hymns, holding flowers, and offering prayers as Bayo’s coffin was placed onto the hearse.
The pain of her death became more real for many who had followed her journey closely, both as a musician and as a beloved public figure.
As the cortege left the mortuary for Ndumberi Stadium, you could feel the weight of loss across the crowd—a community united in grief, honouring a woman whose voice touched countless lives.
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