LINDAH OGUTTU PAYS TRIBUTE TO RITA TININA IN EMOTIONAL POST

Media personality Lindah Oguttu has paid tribute to her former colleague and mentor Rita Tinina.

In an emotional post on X, Lindah recounted the important role Rita played during her career in media. “I am who I am because I stood on her shoulders while at NTV. My T9. Go well my darling. Rita Tinina, the hand that held mine and never let go. I am broken….Rest mami,” said Oguttu.

On Sunday, March 17th, 2024, Rita was discovered deceased at her home in Kileleshwa, Nairobi. Her failure to report to work at NTV raised alarm among management, prompting them to initiate a search for her. Upon arriving at her residence, they were met with the devastating news of her unexpected demise.

Tinina’s employer Nation Media Group (NMG), in a statement described her as an experienced journalist who was until her demise a producer at NTV. “She served with great dedication and passion. Besides being an excellent worker, she was a friendly colleague who will be greatly missed,” the media house said.