Kenyans have been left dumbfounded after news of the inhuman murder of fashion designer Edwin Chiloba emerged.
Chiloba was found murdered and his body was stashed in a metallic box along the Kipenyo-Kaptinga road in Uasin Gishu.
Initial reports indicated that a numberless vehicle was spotted dropping the metal box in the area. The matter was reported to police who were manning a nearby roadblock.
The officers rushed to the scene. And upon opening the box, a decomposing body of a man dressed in feminine clothes was found inside.
It was not until yesterday that it was established that the deceased was an Eldoret-based fashion designer. Chiloba was also Mr. Eldoret University.
Netizens have mourned Edwin Chiloba referring to him as someone who was fearless and bold.
Chiloba’s last moments
In his last post, Chiloba recapped the year that was, 2022, highlighting some of the lessons he learnt.
“I have learnt not to give up and to accept the mistakes you have done. I have a big dream to see my works showcased in New York and to be a big fashion icon.”
“I intend to build my brand in 2023 and inspire people to be the best version of themselves. I love to see people doing what they love, spreading love,” he said.
Following his demise, CEO and Founder of Bold Network Africa, Chris Makena, recalled the moments they shared, describing the incident as a tragic loss for the queer community.
Makena said it was a ‘hate crime’ with ‘homophobia written all over it’ and called on authorities to hasten investigations and bring his killers to book.
By BNN