Popular gospel singer Betty Bayo is dead
Popular gospel singer Betty Bayo is dead
Popular Kikuyu gospel singer Betty Bayo has passed away.
According to a statement on Monday, November 10, the mother of two succumbed to blood cancer (Leukemia) at an advanced stage at Kenyatta National Hospital at 1:03 pm.
Speaking to the press, a representative confirmed the tragic news, revealing that Bayo had been battling cancer and was suffering from excessive bleeding.
“I want to tell the members of the public that today, at 1:03 pm, we have lost a survivor, Betty Bayo. Betty has been at work since last week, and she was diagnosed with acute mild cancer. She was suffering from excessive bleeding. The doctors tried to do their best,” the spokesperson said.
The gospel artist was transferred to Kenyatta National Hospital on Friday, where medical personnel worked tirelessly to save her life.
Her body has been moved from Kenyatta National Hospital to KU Referral Hospital, with further communication to be issued later.
“We are planning to move her body from Kenyatta National Hospital to KU Referral Hospital. All the other communications and briefs will come later. May the life of our dear friend rest in peace and fare thee well. We loved you, but God loved you more,” the spokesperson added.
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Bishop Muthee Kiengei has led tributes to the fallen gospel artist, describing her as a great contributor to the Gospel music industry.
“Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua famously known as BETTY BAYO, came to limelight after releasing her hit song dubbed ELEVENTH HOUR, a song that was received well due to its encouraging script,” Bishop Kiengei wrote.
“Living a life of praising God and business, the mother of two has been a jovial artist until lately when she was diagnosed with blood cancer (Leukemia) at an advanced stage. She leaves behind a legacy of a great contribution in the growth of the Gospel Music industry, friendship, and a soul that maximised its full potential. She has rested after serving. My condolences to your Mum, Husband, Siblings, Friends, Music industry, and to your beautiful children.”
Bayo’s ex-partner, renowned bishop Kanyari, has also mourned the mother of her children through a simple post on his social media.
“R.I.P. Mama Sky. The mother to my kids,” Kanyari wrote.
Betty Bayo rose to prominence in the Kikuyu gospel music scene with her hit song “Eleventh Hour,” which became an anthem of hope and encouragement for many believers.
Throughout her career, she remained dedicated to spreading the gospel through music while managing her business ventures.
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