Veteran Citizen TV Journalist Mutegi Njau is Dead

Veteran journalist Mutegi Njau resting at his home on December 25, 2021.
Veteran journalist Mutegi Njau resting at his home on December 25, 2021.
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Mutegi Njau

The family of former Citizen TV show analyst Mutegi Njau has announced the death of the veteran journalist.

In a statement, it was revealed that he passed away peacefully on Thursday, 27 June, at around 7 pm.

The family added that arrangements for his final send-off have begun.

“Dad was a remarkable man whose generosity, sense of humour, and dedication to his career left a lasting impact on everyone he met.

Veteran journalist Mutegi Njau
Veteran journalist Mutegi Njau at Citizen TV studios.
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Citizen TV

“We are currently in the process of arranging his funeral and will share the details within the next day or two. Your presence would be greatly appreciated as we gather to honour his memory,” read the statement in part.

Njau was a resident analyst for Citizen TV during its early morning show, Cheche.

The veteran journalist shared the analyst role with political expert David Makali. The duo worked alongside Uduak Amimo.

Following his passing, his former colleagues mourned the veteran journalist describing him as a mentor and hardworking man.

Makali mourned the loss of his colleague celebrating him for his remarkable achievements in the media industry.

“Devastated by the passing on of senior colleague, co-host and panellist Mutegi Njau. May your toil on this earth be rewarded and your memory last forever among those you mentored and gifted, or who savoured your goodness,” Makali stated.

"Mutegi Njau made an indelible mark in Kenya's Journalism. He trained many of us. He has left a rich legacy. It is time to rest. Rest in Peace Senior," Njeri Rugene, the Head of the Deputy Presidential Communication Service (DPCS) added.
 
Apart from Citizen TV, Njau also worked in other media houses including the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC).
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KBC's TV studio in Nairobi County.
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