Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi has shared details of his last encounter with gospel singer Betty Bayo, expressing shock over her sudden passing.
In a statement on Tuesday, November 11, Wamumbi revealed that he had visited Bayo at AAR Hospital on Thursday, November 6, where she seemed to be responding well to treatment.
"I visited Betty Bayo on Thursday, November 6, at AAR Hospital Kiambu Road and she was doing fairly okay. All her vital organs were stable and she was breathing normally without support system," he recalled.
However, Wamumbi said Bayo's condition unexpectedly worsened the following day, prompting her transfer to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) for further care.
"The following day her health deteriorated and we transferred her to Kenyatta National Hospital where she was to start chemotherapy sessions," he added.
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Describing her death as a shocker, Wamumbi expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to her loved ones, including her husband Hiram Gitau, daughter Sky, and son Danny.
He also commended fellow gospel singer Shiru Wa GP and others who supported Bayo through her illness.
"Her passing was a real shocker, she was okay! Shiru Wa GP and team, you did all you could for a friend, may God bless you. My heart felt condolences to her daughter Sky and son Danny, her husband Hiram Gitau, and entire Betty's family. Rest in Peace Betty Bayo," he concluded.
This comes barely a day after President William Ruto paid a tribute to celebrated gospel musician Betty Bayo, describing her as a beacon of faith and hope whose music touched millions across Kenya and beyond.
In his message on Monday, November 10, he recalled how Bayo's breakthrough song became an anthem for believers across the country.
Ruto said Bayo’s music was more than just melody but a ministry that inspired, comforted, and strengthened many through life’s storms.
"We mourn the passing of Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua, fondly known as Betty Bayo; an extraordinary gospel artiste whose voice carried hope into the hearts of countless Kenyans. Her breakthrough hit, 11th Hour, was a powerful anthem of divine turnaround that inspired the faithful and comforted many who sought strength, healing and reassurance in gospel music.
"For over 15 years, Betty lifted spirits through music that spoke of resilience, renewal and steadfast faith in the face of life’s challenges," he said.
Ruto noted that Bayo's legacy would continue to inspire generations of gospel musicians and believers alike.
"Her message was consistent, clear, and heartfelt: never give up, no matter the hour, no matter the storm. Her voice may have fallen silent, but her ministry lives on in every heart she touched, every soul she uplifted, and every life she helped steady in difficult moments. Rest in Peace, Betty Bayo," he added.
