NAIROBI, Kenya – Media personality Oga Obinna has dismissed online conspiracy theories surrounding the death of former Sailors Gang member and Gengetone artiste Shalkido, urging fans to focus instead on compassion and support for people while they are still alive.
Speaking on his show on Monday, October 6, 2025, Obinna addressed the flood of online claims suggesting that Shalkido’s death was linked to foul play or ritual sacrifice.
“If you go to social media, you will see a lot of theories. I’ve seen people say Shalkido was sacrificed, or that what happened to him was planned,” Obinna said.
The outspoken entertainer called out those using the tragedy for attention, noting that many of the people now posting tributes never showed up for Shalkido when he was struggling.
“I like to give people their flowers when they’re alive. After someone is gone, there’s not much you can do. When someone is alive, that’s when they need you the most,” he said.
Obinna urged his audience to reach out to friends and family who may be going through tough times instead of waiting until tragedy strikes.
“Take it upon yourself to support our brothers and sisters while they are still here,” he said, adding that he had no regrets about his friendship with the late artiste.
“I am grateful to God for giving me a chance to be part of Shalkido’s life, even for a short time, and to try to impact it positively,” Obinna added.
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Shalkido’s Sudden Passing
Shalkido, whose real name was Kevin Mburu Kinyanju, died on Monday evening following a motorbike accident that left him critically injured.
He had been receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Kenyatta University Referral Hospital before succumbing to his injuries.
In a video shared on TikTok, a cousin confirmed the singer’s death alongside Shalkido’s father, saying doctors had pronounced him dead at 6:30 p.m.
“It is a sad evening. We have just received a report from the doctor that Shalkido died at 6:30. Let us come together and stand with this family,” the cousin said.
The family later confirmed that the body had been moved to the morgue as tributes continued to pour in from fellow artists and fans mourning the Gengetone star’s untimely death.
