Bahati’s Heartfelt Tribute to Stepmother During Her Final Farewell

Kevin ‘Bahati’ Kioko, a renowned digital content creator, musician, and aspiring politician, recently paid a heartfelt tribute to his late stepmother, who was laid to rest in a somber ceremony. The father of five shared emotional moments from the funeral on social media, allowing fans and followers to witness the touching farewell. 

Accompanied by his wife, Diana Marua, Bahati attended the ceremony, which was marked by tearful goodbyes and moments of reflection. In a video shared on Instagram, Bahati captured significant moments from the day, including their arrival at the burial site, scenes of mourners gathered to pay their respects, and his emotional tribute as he stood by the casket. The video also showed the deeply symbolic act of lowering the casket into the ground, followed by mourners throwing soil as part of the final farewell.

In his Instagram caption accompanying the video, Bahati expressed his grief and disbelief, writing, “It’s been a sad day. It is still unbelievable that you are gone,” punctuated with broken heart emojis. He went on to say, “It was a painful goodbye to the woman that my dad loved last. Our mum has gone to be with the Lord. #RIP Mama Benja. Salimia Baba Bahati, tutaonana baadaye (say hello to Bahati’s dad, we will meet again later).”

During his eulogy, Bahati shared a poignant memory of his last conversation with his stepmother, just weeks before her passing. He had promised to help her son secure a job in the city, a promise that now carries an even deeper emotional significance. His words reflected not only the bond he shared with her but also the impact she had on his life and family.

The tribute was a touching reminder of the importance of family and the need to cherish our loved ones while they are still with us. Through his post and eulogy, Bahati celebrated the life of his stepmother while expressing his hope for a reunion in the hereafter.