Asake Expresses Heartbreak, Pledges Accountability After Fan Dies at Nairobi Concert
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Asake has issued a heartfelt statement following the tragic death of a fan at his December 20 concert in Nairobi. The incident, which occurred during a crowd crush at the venue, claimed the life of Karen Lojore and left many in mourning.
Taking to Instagram, Asake wrote:
“I am devastated by the tragic incident that took place at the festival on Dec 20th in Nairobi. My heart goes out to the family, friends, and loved ones of Karen Lojore, and I pledge to support and do my best to understand what happened. Those responsible should be held accountable. Music has always been my way of sharing love and joy, and it breaks my heart that anyone had to experience such loss. My thoughts are with everyone grieving, and I pray that Karen rests in peace. God Bless Kenya.”
The singer’s statement reflects his shock and sorrow, as well as his commitment to ensure accountability for those involved. Event organizers have also expressed condolences and vowed to cooperate with authorities to investigate the tragedy and improve safety measures for future events. The heartbreaking incident has sparked widespread discussion about concert safety and the need for stricter crowd management.
