- Sammy Lui, veteran broadcaster and former State House MC, died on Thursday, October 23, in Nakuru
- In an exclusive interview with TUKO.co.ke, a close source confirmed the news of Lui’s death
- The source revealed that Lui had moved to Subukia, Nakuru county after leaving Nairobi some time ago
Nakuru:Sammy Lui Wangondu, a prominent voice in Kenyan broadcasting and long-time master of ceremonies at the White House, died on Thursday, October 23.
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For many who grew up listening to him and his powerful voice at national events and on radio across the country, this marks the end of an era.
Chris Wangondu, his son, disclosed in a message to the media that his father died peacefully in the morning.
Where did Sammy Lui live in his last days?
According to a close source in an interview with TUKO.co.ke, Lui had moved to Subukia, the county of Nakuru after leaving Nairobi.
The veteran broadcaster faced personal challenges after his house in Woodley Estate in Nairobi was demolished in 2024, forcing him to return to Subukia.
He spent his last days in Nakuru.
He founded the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) English Service, and people celebrated Lui for his unique voice, fluency, and perfect command of English.
He was among the founders of the Kenya Television Network (KTN), helping to shape the Kenyan media landscape during his teenage years.
Lui worked in a studio and was also the director of presidential events for Kenya’s second president, Daniel arap Moi. He was a regular participant in national events.
As the State House MC, he presided over many national holidays, parades, and official events, which earned him respect from people of all political stripes.
Kenyans mourn Sammy Lui
Here’s what they said:
Sam Hervey:
“He was the voice behind President Kibaki’e Presidential Information Unit. Gob Sakaja tried to make him homeless at one point….May his soul rest in eternal peace.”
Eliza Munyaga:
“Ooh …He had a great voice,, when he was growing up he was even better when it came to mcee in public holidays. May his soul rest in peace.”
Bonventure Mutwirii Bonnie:
“Sweet voice on national holidays…he was blessed…may he rest in peace.”
Alex Kimuri
“God’s grace and blessings be upon your family at this time, and always, rest in peace in the name of Jesus Christ”
.Mendwa Stephens:
“For the year 2025, God has had enough. Please let us finish the year without tears, God. Someone likes this opinion and God will listen to Kenya.”
Humphrey Chunguli
“So when the county government demolished his house at that age you still expected him to live a long life.”
Did Ezekiel Mutua admire Lui?
In 2020, MCSK CEO Ezekiel Mutua had paid tribute to Lui in a touching post.
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He had written:
“Today I celebrate Mr. Sammy Lui, a legend, a former civil servant who served honorably as the Director of Government events. Sammy’s commanding voice, his organized flow of words, English skills and unparalleled knowledge of protocol and event management skills made Government events great. He remains the best person to hold that position and although he is now retired, he has often come out of retirement to help with various celebrations. I learned a lot from this legend during our work visit in the administration of former President Kibaki when I was Director of Information and Public Communication. May God keep you strong sir and give you a long life to continue sharing your wisdom with the younger generations.”
Raila Odinga passed away
In other news, TUKO.co.ke reported on the death of the former prime minister Raila Odinga.
The politician died while receiving treatment in India, along with his daughter Winnie Odinga and his sister Ruth had accompanied him.
He was buried at his home in Bondo, Siaya county.
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