Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Asake has expressed profound grief after a 20-year-old Kenyan university student, Karen Lojore, tragically died in a crowd crush outside his sold-out concert at Nyayo National Stadium on December 20.
The incident occurred amid heavy rain, long queues, and reported delays at the venue’s entry gates, leading to chaos as frustrated fans pushed forward. Lojore, a Daystar University student studying Applied Computer Science who had purchased a valid ticket, was crushed and pronounced dead on arrival at Nairobi West Hospital.
In an emotional statement posted to his Instagram Story, Asake wrote: “I am devastated by the tragic incident that took place at the festival on Dec 20th in Nairobi. My heart goes out to the family, friends, and loved ones of Karen Lojore, and I pledge to support and do my best to understand what happened. Those responsible should be held accountable.”
”Music has always been my way of sharing love and joy, and it breaks my heart that anyone had to experience such loss. My thoughts are with everyone grieving, and I pray that Karen rests in peace. God bless Kenya.”
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The concert, co-headlined with British-Nigerian artist Gabzy and organized by Tukutane Entertainment, drew massive crowds to the 18,000-capacity stadium. Kenyan police have launched an investigation, while Lojore’s family and the public demand justice and improved event safety measures.
This is the second fatal crowd incident linked to an Asake performance, following a 2022 crush at London’s O2 Brixton Academy that claimed two lives.
