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The friends of Rachel Otuoma, widow of the late Kenyan footballer Ezekiel Otuoma, have come together to support her during this difficult time by raising funds for his funeral.
The fundraiser has been a beacon of hope for Rachel, who has expressed her gratitude towards her TikTok community for their support.
TikTokers raise Sh530K for late Otuoma
Ezekiel Otuoma, a former AFC Leopards striker, passed away on December 20, 2024, after battling Motor Neurone Disease (MND) for a prolonged period. His death was announced by his wife, Rachel, on social media, where she shared an emotional message.
In her heartfelt post, she expressed her undying love for her husband, even in death, as the couple had stood by each other through the trials of his illness.
Rachel’s dedication and love for Ezekiel during his struggle with MND earned her the admiration of many Kenyans, who mourned the footballer's passing and lauded her for being a pillar of support throughout his ordeal.
Ezekiel had been unable to work after his diagnosis, and Rachel had been taking care of him full-time. Despite the challenges, she found solace in her TikTok community, which has played a crucial role in her life, providing both financial and emotional support.
During a TikTok live session, Rachel’s friends managed to raised Sh530,000 out of the total Sh3.5 million needed for the burial expenses.
Details of Otuoma's funeral and contributions
On December 26, 2024, Dacha visited Rachel at her home in Nairobi and shared a video detailing their conversation. During the visit, Dacha announced that Ezekiel Otuoma would be laid to rest on January 11, 2025, at their family home in Gem Ramula, Siaya County.
Dacha, recognising the financial burden Rachel faced, called on the public to contribute towards giving the footballer a dignified burial.
Together, let’s help Rachel give her husband, Ezekiel Otuoma, a befitting send-off and financially support her to make the ceremony successful. Ezekiel Otuoma will be laid to rest on Saturday, 11th January 2025, at their home in Gem Ramula, Siaya county.
Those who wish to support Rachel in her efforts to give Ezekiel a memorable send-off can do so by contributing to the pay bill number provided by Dacha: 4065845, with the sender's name as the account name.