The man behind Papa Dennis and his ostentatious show of wealth has spoken out.

Sadat Muhindi, the CEO of Maliza Umaskini had signed Papa Dennis from 2013 to March Last year.

After the contract ended, Papa Dennis's life went down the drain.

He was kicked out of his rented apartment and was a squatter at the Nairobi Records studio in Pangani.

"As Maliza Umasikini we shall stand with the family, friends and colleagues in this difficult time. Papa Dennis was not only a part of Maliza Umasikini but also a friend and neighbour in Matunda,Liyani, Kakamega county," Sadat said.

Adding,

"We urge all fans, artistes and Kenyans at large to join hands in prayer in this difficult time. It is our humble prayer that the Almighty God will rest the Soul of Dennis Mwangi “Papa Dennis” in eternal peace."

Here is the rest of the statement on the untimely death of Dennis Mwangi “Papa Dennis” by Sadat.

"It is with profound shock and deep sorrow that the Maliza umasikini fraternity received the news of the untimely death of Dennis Mwangi also known as “Papa Dennis”.

"Papa Dennis was officially signed by the Maliza Umasikini record label between 2013 and March 2019.

"During this period Papa Dennis Achieved the unthinkable in the Gospel Music industry.Rising from humble beginnings to a globally celebrated Artist who won several awards Locally, across the continent of Africa and globally celebrated including the Afrima Awards in the United States of America in 2018.

"Papa Dennis broke barriers and stretched boundaries in the music industry in unparalleled fashion.

"He certainly remains an Icon and a great inspiration to the talented youth of our nation and Africa at large.

"Maliza Umasikini is grateful and privileged to have worked with such a highly talented artiste. We urge all concerned state agencies to speed up investigations into the untimely death of this music Icon and conclusively report to Kenyans on the same."