Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has extended her condolences to rapper Nazizi Harji and her husband, Tanaka, as they mourn the loss of their three-year-old son, Jazeel.
In a statement on her X account, Passaris conveyed her sympathy and support to the grieving couple during this challenging time.
"My deepest condolences to Nazizi and her husband on the heartbreaking loss of Jazeel. Sending love, strength, and prayers to their family during this incredibly difficult time," she wrote.
My deepest condolences to Nazizi and her husband on the heartbreaking loss Jazeel. Sending love, strength and prayers to their family during this incredibly difficult time. https://t.co/2R7eFA4gck— Esther Muthoni Passaris (@EstherPassaris) December 28, 2023
Nazizi loses child
In a press statement dated December 26, Nazizi said Jazeel passed on December 25, 2023, during the family's stay at a hotel in Tanzania.
According to the statement, Jazeel was laid to rest on December 26 in Nairobi, following the religious customs of the family.
"In these dark times, the light of a child's life—in all its innocence and joy—is undeniably the purest. The void left by the loss is immeasurable, and the pain is unbearable," the statement read.
In an appeal to the public, she requested privacy and respect during this difficult time, urging the media, fans, and the public to uphold the sanctity of family and the preciousness of life.
"We kindly request everyone to allow Nazizi and her family the space they need to begin the healing process," the statement continued.