The death of former D.Light CEO Nick Imudia has returned to public attention following fresh allegations aired in an investigative documentary by NTV Kenya.
Imudia, a respected Nigerian tech executive who previously served as CEO of Konga before joining d.light, died in June 2024 in Lagos, Nigeria. Authorities initially treated the case as a suspected suicide, although members of his family later questioned parts of that account.
According to the documentary, the late executive had allegedly become involved in a complicated workplace relationship with a junior employee identified as Diana Kavetsa, who reportedly worked closely with him as a personal assistant.
The investigation claims the relationship later became a source of intense personal and emotional pressure, involving allegations of pregnancy, financial demands, threats of exposure, and workplace tensions.
The documentary further alleges that Kavetsa possessed private videos involving Imudia and allegedly used them as leverage during disputes linked to the relationship. Reports claim demands totaling millions of shillings were made, with threats that the material would be released publicly or shared with his wife and d.light’s board.
According to the report, Imudia allegedly agreed to make a payment of KSh8.5 million after demands initially escalated to KSh21 million.
The investigation also claims Kavetsa sought changes to her role within the company, including a transition from a personal assistant position to a more senior executive-level role.
Beyond the alleged dispute involving Kavetsa, the documentary further alleges that another former d.light staff member, identified as Melody Amaremba, also demanded money from Imudia after allegedly learning about the affair. Reports claim she sought up to KSh3 million in exchange for remaining silent.
Leaked messages referenced in the documentary reportedly show Imudia expressing feelings of emotional exhaustion and distress amid fears of public humiliation and ongoing pressure.
The documentary alleges that the mounting personal and financial strain may have contributed to his deteriorating mental state in the period leading up to his death.
Mental health experts have repeatedly cautioned against stigma and silence around emotional distress, particularly among high-profile professionals facing personal crises.
They also encourage individuals experiencing overwhelming emotional pressure to seek support from trusted friends, family members, counselors, or mental health professionals.
The full investigative documentary is available on NTV Kenya’s YouTube Channel.
