Kenyan singer Wahu Kagwi lost her father on Saturday. She confirmed the news on her social media network.

In her Twitter post, Wahu wrote, "I'm gonna miss u daddy. My hero, my friend, and the most amazing father in the world. Rest in peace, till we meet again. I'll love you always."

And on her Facebook wall, the Sitishiki singer posted, "Words fail me daddy. I still can't believe ur gone. I know ur happy and peaceful...but the reality of ur passing hasn't hit me...I don't know if it will...u were an amazing father and a wonderful friend.

U gave me wings to fly. Daddy.. Even though I know u are now seated with Jesus, I will miss u. I love u forever. I shall see u again in heaven. Rest well".

In the wake of the news several celebrities sent in their condolences on Twitter.

Mercy Myra wrote, "To my sista love Wahu Kagwi..my heart sings a tender tune to u,and ur family at this time of heartache. My prayers and love u all. God bless."

Classic 105 presenter Maina Kageni also wrote in, "@wahukagwi My condolences to you and your family. May you have peace at this trying time. Poleni sana."

While Nonini added, "@wahukagwi Pole sana my dear...Take Heart!"