Controversial gospel musician Justina Syokau has shared a desperate, emotional plea for performance work. The singer posted a lengthy message on Facebook outlining her financial struggles and the primary reason she stopped singing.
Her cry for help was directed at fans and event organisers, urging them to support her talent.
A Cry for Help and Allegations of Witchcraft
The musician began her post by expressing deep distress. She claimed that she had been targeted by dark forces. “Mimi nimerogwa, niombeeni (I am bewitched. Pray for me),” she wrote.
Syokau questioned whether she lacked musical talent. She wondered if her lack of bookings was due to a “pepo ya rejection” (spirit of rejection) following her.
She insisted that she sings her own songs very well. Despite her efforts, nobody gives her work.
“I am hardworking, I don’t sleep hustling, but I am suffering like a dog whose legs are broken.”
She asked if she had unknowingly offended someone who then bewitched her to prevent her from finding jobs. Syokau pleaded with the public to stop the suffering she has endured.
The High Cost of Silence
Syokau directly addressed why her career appears to have stalled. She revealed that she stopped singing because of significant financial strain. She was spending vast amounts of money on both production and marketing.
This expenditure, however, provided “no return on investment”. She maintained that singing is her great love. She confessed that she especially loves performing worship music.
Despite her passion, she noted that she does not secure events when she sings. Syokau emphasised that music should be viewed as a legitimate job.
She said those who claim music is not work “lie to you” because “it pays very well”.
“I stopped singing because I was using a lot of money in production and marketing, and no return on investment.”
Seeking Support and New Opportunities
The gospel artist is now actively seeking opportunities to perform. She asked Kenyans to give her work. She encouraged those who genuinely love her songs—even just one of them—to book her for events.
Syokau specified that she would like to be called for “event ya wamama” (women’s events). She noted that she is “not requesting much” beyond simply needing a job.
In addition to singing, Syokau is looking for commercial work. She offers her services for doing advertisements and business “plugs”. She is confident that she would do well in these roles.
Finally, Syokau appealed for financial support to revive her career. She requested that her fans help by contributing to the studio or production costs.
She concluded her post by stressing that she needs God’s favour, grace, mercy, and blessing, alongside public help. This message was made specifically for her “loyal fans only”.
by moses sagwe
