A somber cloud hung over Rubaga Cathedral as mourners gathered to pay their final respects to Cedric Babu, son of veteran politician Captain Francis Babu. Emotions ran high during the requiem mass, with Captain Babu visibly overwhelmed by grief, nearly collapsing as the service progressed.
The heart-wrenching moment served as a stark reflection of the pain the Babu family is enduring following Cedric’s untimely passing. Friends, family, and members of the community filled the cathedral, their silent presence offering comfort as the Babu family navigates this immense loss.
Cedric’s death followed a prolonged and complicated battle with serious health issues. According to the family’s doctor, Cedric had been undergoing chelation therapy, a rigorous treatment used to remove dangerous levels of iron from the body—often required for patients suffering from conditions like thalassemia or other blood disorders.
Though the treatment was deemed necessary, Cedric’s heart was too frail to endure its effects. The doctor explained that while chelation helps purge excess iron by binding it for excretion, it can exert significant strain on already weakened organs.
Despite the medical team’s best efforts, Cedric’s condition deteriorated rapidly. His heart, already compromised, could not withstand the intensity of the treatment. The strain led to the failure of multiple vital organs, including his kidneys and liver—complications that proved fatal.
As the requiem mass unfolded, Captain Babu’s emotional struggle became a focal point of the service. Those in attendance were visibly moved by the sight of a father grappling with unspeakable sorrow. His near collapse became a powerful symbol of the deep bond he shared with his son and the depth of the family’s grief.
The community has rallied around the Babu family, offering messages of support and solidarity in this time of mourning. Cedric’s life, though tragically cut short, left a profound impact on those who knew him—his memory now etched in the hearts of many.
As Rubaga Cathedral echoed with hymns of remembrance, it was clear that Cedric Babu’s legacy will live on through the love and memories he leaves behind.