The Kenya Broadcasting Cooperation (KBC) and the entire media fraternity are mourning the demise of veteran radio presenter, Michael Ndichu.

Mr Ndichu, who was known for the 'Yours For The Asking' program on KBC English Service in the late 1980s and early 1990s, died in his sleep at his Umoja home in Nairobi on Tuesday 12.

Elizabeth Wanjiru, a family member confirmed Mr Ndichu's death.

"Ndichu was unwell a few days to his death. He had a swollen leg. On Tuesday, he had visited a hospital in the city; and shortly after returning to his Umoja home, he died in his sleep at 5pm," SHE SAID.

The radio presenter died at the age of 71. He is survived by four children.

The show is currently being hosted by Jeff Mwangemi.

May he RIP