Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has paid tribute to Ohangla artiste Onyango Jasuba, who he says died in Sindo just as the Luo festivals were picking up.
In a statement, Owino said the entire Ohangla fan base received the news with great shock and sadness, describing the late musician as one of their own and a celebrated artiste.
The legislator extended his heartfelt condolences to the musician's family, relatives, neighbours, friends and fans during what he called a difficult time.
Owino noted that Ohangla music lovers had lost a great artiste who worked tirelessly, rising from very humble beginnings to make his name in the music industry.
He pledged to stand in solidarity with the bereaved family and support them through the moment.
Owino's statement frames the loss as one shared by fans, not the family alone, a reminder of Ohangla's central place in Luo life.
Ohangla is a high-energy genre rooted in Luo culture and a staple at weddings, funerals, political rallies and festivals across Nyanza and beyond.
Ohangla artistes are also regular curtain raisers at political events in the Luo-Nyanza region.
Details of the circumstances of his death, funeral arrangements and surviving family were not included in Owino's statement.
At the time of writing, independent confirmation of the death from the family or local authorities had not been obtained.
Wuod Suba, the title Owino used in his farewell, means "son of Suba" in Dholuo and points to the Suba region of Homa Bay County, where Sindo is located.
The loss follows others the Ohangla fraternity has mourned, including Abenny Jachiga in June 2020 and Lady Maureen the following month.
Family, fellow artistes and event organisers are expected to share more details in the coming days, including burial arrangements.
The Luo festivals, a season of music, dance and cultural showcases, now continue under a heavy cloud of mourning for fans of the genre.
"Rest in peace, Wuod Suba. Your music and legacy will live on," Owino concluded.
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