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Double blessings as Comedian Njoro lands new comedy gig, days after securing media job

Posted on November 12, 2020November 12, 2020 by Gloria Katunge

It is a moment of pride for former Churchill Show comedian, Njoro who left for rehab mid-August and 2 weeks after his return, received a placement in a popular radio station in the country.

Early November, the kid broke the news after landing a gig at Flamingo Radio for a show dubbed The Backstage.

Also read: Njoro the comedian makes major comeback after long battle with depression

Asking fans to stay tuned for the evening show that runs every weekday from 7pm till 10pm.

“Kesho Niko radio majamaa…listen give me your views tafadhali,” he urged.

A show the funny man is hosting alongside DJ Charlie and Otim Otim, in Nakuru.

Also read: Comedian Njoro’s public appeal for financial aid finally gets answered

Mwalimu Churchill responds

And to commend him for the major milestone, his former boss, Mwalimu Churchill who was so proud of him, congratulated;

“That’s your calling. I know you can do it! You’ve done it at Kiss FM, in Washington DC. Nakuru Kenya is not even ready for you!!!”

But threw in words of caution to him;

“Focus and kill it. Because we all know you can!!! Chapa ilale…????????????????????”.

A message well received and humbly so as an elated Njoro replied;

“…thanks so much sir”.

The double blessings

And a day later, the kid has landed yet another gig in a comedy arena dubbed Comedy Night where he performs alongside Teacher Wanjiku and Akuku Danger on November 28, in Murang’a county.

“And we are back ….Murang’a be ready,” he gladly confirms.

The series of good news from the comedian whose plight was highlighted in July, by fellow comedienne, Zainabu Zeddy, have indeed been warmly received by fans.

It is all congratulations to Njoro as he keeps soaring higher.

Njoro the comedian makes major comeback after long battle with depression

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Gloria Katunge

Njoro the comedian is back home after a 9-week admission into rehab.

His story went viral after confessing to the public, through fellow comedienne, Zainabu Zeddy that he had been battling depression for a while and even attempted suicide thrice.

Also read: Comedian Njoro admitted to rehab (Video)

Netizens came to his rescue, with many willing to offer him the support he needed, just to get back in shape to take care of his children and mother.

Soon after, the frail-looking 28-year old was booked in for therapy, forcing him to take a break off social media.

Major comeback

9 weeks later, the funny guy looks rejuvenated and recuperating well, while publicly announcing “we are back …”

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A story he would never have lived to tell were it not for the massive support he received especially from fellow comedians in the local industry.

“It is a tough journey, but we did it!” Njoro admitted. Going ahead to thank MC Jessy, Jimmy Gait, Mercy Masika, Zeddy and Tina Kaggia, for coming through when he needed them most.

With fans admitting that Njoro had actually added some weight and looking a bit more vibrant than he was 9 weeks ago.

Meanwhile, he mourned the tragic loss of fellow Churchill comedian Othuol Othuol who he did not get the chance to say goodbye to.

7ven14een Bro welcome back hadi umenona mtu Nguyas.

sashalopez254 Umenona njoroo????????happy for u

jane.hum

Happy you’re back I love the energy ????????????????????

Comedian Njoro admitted to rehab (Video)

Posted on August 18, 2020August 18, 2020 by Gloria Katunge

Njoro the comedian battled months of continued depression, lost his loved ones and friends through alcoholism but through good Samaritans the young creative has seen the light.

Also read: Jalang’o finally fulfills his promise to secure comedian Paul Wakimani admission into Daystar University (Video)

After comedienne, Zeddy’s expose on his plight, Kenyans were able to come together to secure his dad financial support on his treatment and now, it’s Njoro’s time.

The comedian has admitted it killed him on the inside, life no longer had meaning, he became useless to his parents and his family but through Churchill and Zeddy, he is on his journey to regain mental sanity.

I am there but I thank God He’s taking me out of it. @mwalimuchurchill, I want to thank you for the greatest opportunity that you gave me & to everyone that believed in me, I’m so grateful.

Social media break

Through his Instagram page, the comedy kid revealed he would be taking sometime off the public space as he goes into therapy for 1-3 months because he is not mentally stable.

Guys, I will be away for sometime, for treatment (1-3mnths) coz my “engine”( brain) is not okay. I believe I’m gonna beat this & you’ll see me very very soon after I’m done with the treatment.

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However, he would be keeping fans updated on his progress every Saturday 8pm on Instagram Live. Expressing:

I will be offline but I will be coming on Instagram live every Saturday 8pm to update you on how am doing with the treatment. Once again I thank you so much and God bless you @zainabuzeddy Asante Sana

This came alongside major assistance from Samchi group of companies who came to his aid. He however assured fans of bigger and better times once he is back.

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Recent photos of a vibrant Njoro the comedian leaves Kenyans impressed

Posted on August 10, 2020 by Gloria Katunge

Njoro the comedian’s story was one that inspired Kenyans from all walks of life to throw in a hand or two to help him out of depression and foot some of their family bills.

A fundraising program that bore good fruits, as Project Afya took up his father’s hospital bills as he battled cancer and one that has seen the comedian immensely change over the last couple of weeks.

Also read: Comedian Njoro’s public appeal for financial aid finally gets answered

Njoro born George Njoroge has been keeping fans updated on his well-being, with photos donning a bright smile, better dressed, well kept and expressing deep gratitude to God for another opportunity at life.

Holding on ..the future is Soo bright ..God above all ….

The comedian went ahead to disclose he has been adding weight, slowly gaining stable mental health and getting stronger to face life with all its shortcomings.

His promise to his mum is one:

With mum after church ..I thank you mum..we shall overcome. I promise no letting u down. God above all.

Having given his life to God after falling short of faith, the comedian’s recent progress is indeed a good sign.

Watch videos of a confident and brighter-looking, hopeful Njoro the comedian addressing the nation:

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Reactions

This left Kenyans cheering him on on his recovery journey, applauding him for finding his way back to church that has since shown a green light of a brighter tomorrow.

comedianjamriasia Utakuwa weider soon, all these will come to pass. It will be a story to tell and encourage people. You are strong bro

veronanjeri ????????nice to see you njoro.keep going????

terry_mchelsea ????????❤️❤️ Njoro ur strong

migdakim looking good brother

migdakim Good to see that smile brother take care

atieno_evelyn We love you ❤️????…keep pushing on, the journey won’t be easy but the destination is worth it..

austoh_pidzo Zainabu Zeddy for women rep, Nairobi county

kezzy_njuguna That’s the spirit ????????????

felixmuriukikinyu Don’t be ashamed njoro give pay bill no we will help you

njerip Amen. Stay strong Njoro. God will never disappoint you????

gachogu_ngiabi Uko sawa brathe, sasa ni food kidogo tu urudi mia kwa mia????. Stay strong ????????????

We wish him well!