MC Fullstop's Family Pleads with Kenyans for Financial Support, Unveils Donations Till Number
- Celebrated Kenyan hypemaster John Maina, popularly known as MC Fullstop, died after a prolonged illness
- His family requested financial help to settle medical and funeral costs via an official paybill number
- In a statement, they thanked Kenyans for their prayers and contributions during this difficult time
The family of the late hypemaster John Maina, popularly known as MC Fullstop, is seeking financial assistance from Kenyans of goodwill to help settle his outstanding medical bills and fund his funeral expenses.
Source: Instagram
MC Fullstop, who passed away on Friday, August 1, after a long and painful battle with lung tuberculosis, was mourned especially within the Kenyan music scene.
What did MC Fullstop's family say after his death?
In a statement shared through the late MC Fullstop's official social media accounts, his family expressed sorrow over his death and thanked fans and well-wishers for the support they have shown during this difficult time.
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The family acknowledged the grief surrounding the loss of a man who brought light, laughter, and unforgettable energy to those around him.
“We are heartbroken by the loss of our beloved MC Fullstop, also known as John Maina. A man who brought light, laughter, and unforgettable energy to everyone around him. As we come together to honour and lay our beloved MC Fullstop to rest, we kindly ask for your support during this difficult time. Your help means everything right now,” the family wrote in their official statement.
How can one donate towards MC Fullstop's funeral?
To facilitate the donations, the family set up an official M-Pesa paybill number and called for supporters to contribute whatever they could.
The number shared for contributions is 6624502 under the account name MC FULLSTOP Funeral Fund.
The family cautioned against using any other numbers, ensuring that the donations would go directly toward funeral arrangements and supporting the family.
“We have set up ONE official Paybill number for contributions. Please do not send money to any other number. Official till number: 6624502 MC FULLSTOP Funeral Fund. Every contribution, no matter the amount, is appreciated and will go directly toward funeral arrangements and family support. Thank you for your prayers, love, and support. Feel free to share this post to spread the word,” the statement continued.
The poster accompanying the statement carried a message of hope and comfort, referencing the Biblical verse from Matthew 5:4, which says:
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."
How did Kenyans mourn Big Boy Trev?
In other news, renowned automotive journalist Trevor Lamenya, better known as Big Boy Trev, died after a short illness.
Trev was a trailblazer in the car reviewing industry, making it accessible for everyone to grasp the intricacies of different vehicles.
Source: Facebook
His calm demeanour, combined with a fun approach to educating his audience about cars, resonated with fans, who anticipated his reviews on the latest models.
Trev's family announced the heartbreaking news on Saturday, August 2.
There is no doubt that the automotive world and fans will miss his unique perspective and engaging style.
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