Senator Orwoba reveals plans to have Endometriosis Centre in Honor of Njambi

By Catherine Muema On Jun 14, 2024

By Antynet Ford

Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba has paid glowing tribute to late reggae enthusiast Njambi Koikai during her funeral service.

Orwoba shared her experience with the late Njambi describing her as a kind and revolutionary person.

“Njambi lived for a reason, she was passionate about changing lives. A lot of young girls will benefit from Njambi’s movement,” Senator Orwoba said.

Orwoba spoke when joined family and friends at Njambi’s burial service at Lang’ata cemetry.

According to Orwoba, Njambi Koikai was not just an influencer but a movement adding that she wielded strength and influence over people.

“What I learnt from Njambi is no matter how small one is, everyone has a purpose in this life.” Orwoba said.

The senator who is a reproductive health champion shared that the office of the First Lady planning on how to establish an endometriosis centre all because of the influence of Njambi Koikai.

“Even in death, Njambi’s legacy lives on.” She said.

One week before Njambi’s death, she wrote a message to President Ruto during his US visit on her X account.

“This is a sincere call of help to a few Kenyan leaders but allow me to address this to President William Ruto first as he makes his state visit to the US. Mr. President, one of the thematic areas in your visit is investment in health,” she wrote.

“Atlanta, Georgia is a dream city for every young girl and woman who has ever battled this horrific disease called Endometriosis. Therein lies a centre dedicated to restoring the lives of young girls and women who are crippled by this disease.” She added.

The thoracic endometriosis warrior championed for the one out ten women who suffer from the disease.