Veteran Kenyan musician Nameless has left his fans waiting for answers after withdrawing from his weekend shows, saying he is unwell and needs time to get better before he returns to the stage.
The award-winning artiste announced the decision on his verified Instagram, telling followers he was devastated to miss the shows.
In his message, Nameless said he was battling a high fever, extreme weakness and a cough. He also said he had lost his voice, which made it hard to perform.
“Heartbroken that I will not be able to perform for y’all this weekend!! Looking forward to making it up soon! Let me focus on recovery!” he wrote.
Nameless vows to make it up to fans
The musician has not disclosed the nature of his illness, but Nameless has made clear that recovery is the priority for now.
Even as the disappointment of missing the gigs sinks in, the message remained positive. Fans were assured that the shows will be rescheduled and the performance they were waiting for will still happen.
Born David Mathenge, Nameless has been a leading name in Kenyan music for more than two decades.
The artiste emerged in the early 2000s with songs that shaped the country’s pop scene. Nameless remains an active and respected presence in the local entertainment industry.
Fans react
Fans were quick to react. @sharondion__ admitted she had feared something far more serious when she first saw the post.
“Waaah I had thought ni zile statement mwisho zi huisha na respect our privacy as we go our separate ways ...nilikua nimeanza fasting uuuh I can now breathe. 😄😄” she wrote.
@carolinacarlz was more emotional. “I have cried a good one. 😭😭😭” she commented.
@jakes.nyanjom kept it short: “Get well soon. 🙏”
The outpouring of comments points to a devoted fanbase that watches Nameless’s every move.
Meanwhile, the musician has asked for patience as he concentrates on getting well and working towards his return to the stage.
