In a deeply moving appeal, comedian-turned-activist Eric Omondi has launched an emotional online search for a heartbroken mother from Kiambu whose 12-year-old daughter was tragically killed by a stray bullet during the recent Saba Saba protests.
The young girl, Bridget Njoki Wainaina, lost her life in a place that should have been her safest refuge—her home in Ndumberi. Her mother, Lucy, shared a heartbreaking account of the moments leading to her daughter’s death, revealing the horror of losing a child while they were simply seeking safety indoors.
According to Lucy, protests had erupted in the area that day, but she and her daughter chose to remain within their compound, away from the chaos. However, as the sun was setting around 6:20 pm, a loud noise startled them. Moments later, she noticed blood coming from Bridget’s hand. At first, she assumed her daughter had been injured by something minor, but as she held her, Bridget collapsed to the floor. That’s when Lucy noticed a bullet wound in her head.
Despite rushing her to the hospital, doctors found a bullet lodged in her skull. Though medics tried their best to stabilize and transfer her to another facility, she could not be saved. Lucy, still shaken and grief-stricken, mourned the loss of her bright, well-behaved daughter who had so many dreams ahead of her.
“Bridget alikuwa mtoto mzuri, hakuwa na tabia mbaya, alikuwa anasoma vizuri, alikuwa na ndoto mingi,” Lucy tearfully said. “Tumepokonywa mtoto tunayempenda sana.”
Through her pain, Lucy questioned whether any form of justice could ever bring back what had been taken from her. “Hata kama nitapata haki, watarudisha mtoto wangu uhai tena?” she asked, her voice filled with anguish.
Eric Omondi, clearly shaken by the video of Lucy’s account, shared it across his social media platforms, asking the public for help in locating the family. His post triggered an outpouring of emotions and information from concerned Kenyans. Some claimed to be neighbors and offered to assist, while others expressed heartbreak and solidarity.
Social media users commented with empathy and frustration, lamenting the senseless death of an innocent child. Many pledged their support and commended Eric for stepping in at such a painful moment.
Eric has a track record of mobilizing help for victims of tragedies. Not long ago, he spearheaded a fundraising campaign for the family of the late blogger Albert Ojwang. His goal was to raise KSh 10 million, and through the support of Kenyans and fellow activists, the family received about KSh 2 million.
Now, Omondi hopes to channel similar national compassion to comfort and assist Lucy and her family. His search for the grieving mother continues, as Kenyans respond with solidarity and a united call for justice for Bridget.
