Veteran Benga maestro Gabriel Omollo, best known for his zilizopendwa hit 'Lunchtime', was on Saturday buried at his home in NyabedaUgunja, Siaya county. Led by Siaya governor Cornell Rasanga, the leaders said such veterans should be supported especially at their old age. Read: ‘Lunchtime’ hitmaker Gabriel Omolo to be buried in UgunjaThe national government presented Sh500,000 to Omollo's family as a token of condolence after his death. Also read: Zilizopendwa 'Lunchtime' hitmaker Gabriel Omollo dead at 79The governor further asked artists to be more vibrant while they are alive by fighting for their rights, reminding them that no one will do it better than themselves. The governor was flanked by Siaya women representative Christine Ombaka and Ugunja MP Opiyo Wandayi who all echoed his sentiments.

Source: The Star January 21, 2018 09:00 UTC