Eric Omondi Mourns Death Of One-Month Old Baby With Cancerous Tumour He Rescued: "He Was Fighter"

• Comedian Eric Omondi mourned the passing of Pyden Mudoga, who battled cancer; Kenyans united to raise funds for treatment
• Omondi's efforts rallied Kenyans to raise KSh 1.4 million for Pyden's treatment, highlighting collective compassion in times of need
• Amid grief, Omondi called for healthcare system reform so that more people can get proper treatment

It's a sad day for comedian Eric Omondi, Baby Pyden's parents and Kenyans who contributed and prayed for him as the little angel has rested.

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The little boy had a cancerous tumour in his jaw and was in constant pain.

Omondi rallied Kenyans from all walks of life to contribute money and get better treatment for him, and on the first day, they raised KSh 600,000 within hours.

"We did our part; we gave our all; you contributed, and we moved the baby from one hospital to a better facility; we prayed for him; he was a fighter," said a solemn Omondi.

"When I was called and informed we lost Pyden, a part of me felt very sad, but still a part of me felt peace because Pyden was in a lot of pain; he was writhing in pain morning to evening, day after day. Every time I saw Pyden he was crying and that kind of pain is too much for a baby," added the comedian.

Kenyans contribute KSh 1.4 million

While sharing the devastating news, Omondi also thanked Kenyans for their generous contributions towards the cause.

"Thanks for contributing, we managed KSh 1.4 million," he said

While at it, the comedian also called for changes in the country's health systems. He revealed that some of the late Pyden's ward mates approached him with various issues and he vowed to take all of them to India for specialised treatment.

Omondi vowed to improve the lives of Pyden's parents, who live in Kawangware.

How netizens reacted:

Patrick Oduor Otillah:

"I remember contributing at night with tears rolling; tears came out because the survival was next to zero. We only hoped God could do us favour to let the baby survive. But it seems God saw how the baby was under great pain and decided to rest the baby. As a medical practitioner, there are things I couldn't say coz maybe some would have misquoted me but I do dream for a day when we shall treat patients and everyone then have them till bills are paid."

"It is better to get cured and get your health back hata kama tutakufungia kwa hosi hadi ulipe deni kuliko kukaa na mtu bila kumtibu just coz hajalipa. I have seen in Germany people are treated first then issues of bills come later. Huku Kenya issues of bills first then kukutibu. As far as we have this mentality, we shall continue loosing and loosing. The baby could have survived only if he was given the immediate medical support. Kuwekewa maji wasn't enough."

Amb Dominic Obadiah:

"Be comforted bro.It's the hardest thing to lose a baby."

PK Karitei Original:

"May he rest with the angels na Mungu awafariji, it is not easy."

Marcus Glegory:

"Everything happens for a reason, now God will bless him next season with twins to replace the one she lost. In everything give thanks and never ask God why."

David Love:

"So sad, may God him. Thanks for the good work you did."

Anne Awuor Matoke:

"So sad for the family. Jatelo you did your best."

Eric Omondi's online fundraiser

Omondi has been on a helping spree, and only recently, he helped Victor Juma who was arrested in Mathare during a protest against the high cost of living led by Azimio La Umoja brigade.

Juma's baby was hurt after police allegedly lobbed teargas into the sprawling slum on Thika Road.

Omondi supported Juma and worked hard for his release; he also promised to conduct a fundraiser for him.