Njeru Thiga: Kigooco singer diagnosed with cancer finally begins treatment in India
By Steve Ireri, December 20, 2025Kikuyu Kigooco singer Njeru Thiga has finally begun cancer treatment in India, marking a major milestone in a journey that only days ago appeared uncertain following an urgent fundraising appeal.
The update was shared by fellow gospel musician and close friend Karangu Muraya on Facebook on Saturday, December 20, 2025, who confirmed that Thiga started his medication early in the morning shortly after arriving in India.
Karangu described the development as a breakthrough, noting that just a week earlier, the family and friends were unsure how to proceed after learning how rapidly the cancer was spreading.
“A lot can happen in 24 hours…. By God’s grace, my brother NJERU THIGA started his medication here in India early this morning…. This is a great miracle that has happened this year because on Saturday last week we were all stranded,” Karangu wrote.
According to Karangu, the start of treatment came through what he termed divine intervention, adding that the progress had renewed hope among those supporting the singer.
He said they were trusting God for a speedy recovery and thanked Kenyans for their prayers and financial support that made the journey possible.
“We did not know where to start, but Jehovah has made a way for him…. We are trusting God for speedy recovery. God bless you all for your prayers and support,” Karangu added.
Karangu also shared photos from Artemis Cancer Centre, where he was seen alongside Njeru’s wife, Njambi, as the singer commenced treatment.
Thiga travelled to India on Friday, December 19, 2025, only days after an emotional appeal for help, during which his family revealed that he had been diagnosed with intestinal cancer.
At the time, doctors warned that the disease was spreading fast, prompting an urgent call for funds to enable specialised treatment abroad.
The fundraising drive, led by Karangu and supported by fellow artistes and fans, sought about Ksh3 million to cover medical expenses.
Contributions poured in from across the country, allowing arrangements to be completed within a remarkably short time.
Before the diagnosis, Thiga had quietly battled stomach complications for years, often treated as digestion-related problems.
His wife previously explained that although dietary changes offered temporary relief, the symptoms kept recurring until further tests revealed cancer, a discovery that came as a shock to the family.
“My name is Njambi, Njeru’s wife. My husband has suffered a lot, not just for one year, but for many years. He was often advised to eat roughage, and I would prepare it for him. It would help for a while, but the problem would always come back,” she said.