Dr. SK Macharia has on Saturday June 8 with and Gathoni Macharia mourned the passing of the late veteran sport commentator Mohammed Juma Njuguna.
The two eulogized the Njuguna as a “man of impeccable integrity” whose death had dealt a “devastating and painful blow” to the Royal Media Services family.
“We mourn a veteran broadcaster and long serving employee Mohammed Juma Njuguna. His death is a devastating and painful blow to the RMS Family and the media industry at large.
"Njuguna was not only a dedicated member of the Royal Media Family but fiercely loyal to the brand, a rare breed in the current media landscape. He was among the founding members of Radio Citizen in 1999 and remained committed to the cause even during the trying times.
"He was a man of impeccable integrity whose contribution to the growth and expansion of Radio Citizen and the entire Royal Media Services Limited cannot be gainsaid.
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"During his time at Royal Media Services, he used his skills, expertise and in-depth knowledge in journalism, particularly sports and football commentary to offer guidance and nurture young talent.
"We convey our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, fans and colleagues at the Royal Media Services and pray to God to give strength to his loved ones during this difficult time," read their message.
On his part, Fred Afune, Group ICT and Radio Director, mourned Njuguna as talented journalist whose skill touched many lives.
"On behalf of the Chairman, Vice Chairman and the management of Royal Media Services I convey my condolences to the family of Mohammed Juma Njuguna.
"A talented and veteran broadcast journalist with unmatched radio football commentary, we have lost an icon, a mentor and a father figure. Mohammed has been a pillar of Radio Citizen and Royal Media for the past 20 years. He is among the founding employees of RMS. I am quite saddened and will personally miss his wise counsel and wit. Thanks for the beautiful memories and rest in peace Moha. We shall miss you.
"Njuguna played a key role in the growth of Radio Citizen and at the time of his demise, his age notwithstanding, he still made his presence felt through the daily segment Taaraifa za Wandishi.
"Besides his commitment, reliability and dedication to work, he will be remembered as among the first indigenous football commentators starting way back at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC).
"With profound sadness and on behalf of RMS Family I pass my condolences to his family, friends and fans. His powerful, strong and commanding voice will surely be missed on the airwaves at home and abroad,” read the message from Afune.
