Veteran Ohangla musician Prince Indah joined fellow Luo artistes in paying an emotional farewell to their late colleague and close friend Tony Ndiema during a candlelight vigil held on the evening of Tuesday, July 15, 2026.
The moving memorial brought together family members, friends, fellow musicians and hundreds of fans who gathered to celebrate Ndiema’s life through music, prayers and heartfelt tributes.
Videos from the vigil showed Prince Indah taking to the stage to perform songs in honour of the late musician. Dressed in a blue-and-white patterned shirt and a dark cap, the Ohangla star delivered an emotional performance that resonated deeply with mourners.
In one of the evening’s most touching moments, Indah stepped down from the stage and walked among mourners holding candles as he continued singing. The gesture reflected the close friendship he shared with Ndiema and created an atmosphere of unity and shared grief.
The candlelight ceremony, held at an outdoor venue decorated with string lights, attracted a large crowd. Several Luo musicians also attended to honour Ndiema, demonstrating the strong bond he had built within the Ohangla music fraternity.
Tony Ndiema was widely respected among Luo musicians and had publicly expressed his admiration for Prince Indah on several occasions. A previously shared video showed Ndiema praising Indah and declaring his loyalty to the award-winning singer, highlighting the deep friendship the two enjoyed.
Following Ndiema’s death, many musicians have continued to honour his memory, describing him as a talented entertainer whose contribution to Luo music will not be forgotten.
Videos from the vigil quickly spread across social media, where thousands of Kenyans shared condolence messages and remembered the late musician.
Some mourners expressed sadness that greater support appeared to come after Ndiema’s passing, while others prayed for his family to find strength during the difficult period.
Among the reactions were messages wishing the late musician eternal peace and praising Prince Indah and other artistes for standing with Ndiema’s family during their time of grief.
Separately, a woman identifying herself as Ndiema’s sister-in-law and spiritual adviser claimed that the musician had spoken about recurring nightmares in which he saw himself being carried in a coffin. She also alleged that while he was hospitalised, doctors could not identify a physical illness despite several medical examinations.
Her remarks have generated discussion online, although no official evidence has been presented to support claims linking Ndiema’s death to supernatural causes.
As funeral preparations continue, fans and fellow musicians have vowed to keep Tony Ndiema’s legacy alive by celebrating his music and the lasting impact he made on the Luo entertainment industry.
His candlelight vigil served as a powerful reminder of the friendships he built and the lives he touched through his talent.