Online activist James Awandu alias Jem Guru alias Jumuiyan is dead.
Jumuiyan is said to have been found unresponsive in his house in Ngong after suspected suicide.
He had apparently swallowed a poison. He then called the caretaker of the apartment he stayed saying he needed help.
By the time the caretaker rushed to the scene and took him to hospital he had died. He was pronounced dead on arrival at a local hospital, his friends and witnesses said.
His body was moved to a mortuary where an autopsy was planned on Friday.
He is said to have been found dead or unresponsive on Wednesday night.
Police said they are investigating the incident.
Some of his friends visited a mortuary where the body is lying on Thursday and confirmed the same.
He came from Kibaoni, Kilifi County where is family was shocked with the news of the demise.
The online community joined in mourning a man they knew as a pillar in activism against poor governance.
They referred him as captain due to his ways of handling online activism.
Known for his sharp insights, humor, and activism against poor governance, Awandu always charmed his followers especially on X without fear.
His influence extended across X community, where he was remembered for both his prophecies and his engaging content.
Some of his fans read mischief in the death and demanded a thorough investigation.
It is not clear what may have motivated his moves.
