Celebrities pay tribute to E-Sir 19 years on

•He died in a road accident

•He was accompanied by Nameless

E-Sir
E-Sir

On the 16th March 2003, the Kenyan music industry lost a legend, Issa Mmari Wangui aka E-Sir.

The 'Boomba Train' hitmaker was travelling from Nakuru to Nairobi for a show. He was accompanied by Nameless.

19 years later, he is still remembered and his songs are still played. Kenyan celebrities have come out to pay tribute to the fallen hero.

Wahu thanked E-Sir for sharing his gift with the World.

"19 years today. But forever in our hearts. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world. For inspiring so many to follow their dreams. For just being you....a really nice guy who became south C's, and indeed Kenya's finest. We love and miss you. Forever in our hearts."

Nameless is still inspired by him as they were best of friends.

"19 years since you left us 16 March 2003 .love and Miss you bro!! You still inspiring the new generation with your awesomeness! Fam, what's your favourite Esir Jam...mine was MossMoss, Leo ni Leo and of course Boomba."

Esir - real name Isah Mmari - grave
Esir - real name Isah Mmari - grave

Tallia Oyando shared a photo of a young E-sir and shared a white love emoji with the hash tag 19.

May his soul continue resting in peace.

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