The late Bruce Odhiambo mentored President Kenyatta's son Jomo

President Uhuru Kenyatta Saturday eulogized the late Bruce Dominic Odhiambo Were as a true Kenyan patriot whose nationalist attributes Kenyans need to emulate.

The President said Bruce related and worked well with all Kenyans irrespective of their political, religious or tribal affiliations.

“Bruce was a true Kenyan patriot, he had no tribal, class, political or religious boundaries. He made friends across the country,” the President eulogized.

“Musicians can attest to this, he would allow them to record in his studios even when they had no money to meet the costs,” said President Kenyatta.

He challenged all Kenyans to emulate the virtues displayed by the late Bruce Odiambo so as to take the country to the next level.

All those who spoke paid a glowing tribute to the late Bruce Odhiambo saying his brilliance raised him from humble beginnings to the apex of the creative arts industry, where he earned respect and admiration both locally and internationally.

Other speakers included  Kisumu Deputy Governor Matthews Owili, Muhoroni MP Onyango K’Oyoo and his Dagoretti South counterpart John Kiarie.