Mörda and Nadia Nakai pen heartfelt messages for Kairo’s birthday

3y By Staff Bona

AKA and DJ Zinhle’s daughter Kairo Forbes recently celebrated her eighth birthday. Kairo received many birthday wishes from fans, friends and family, including from her parents’ partners – Mörda and Nadia Nakai.

Before her birthday, Kairo spent a few days in New York with AKA’s mother Lynn Forbes, who Kairo refers to as Glammy.

For Kairo’s birthday, Lynn posted a video montage of their time spent at The Big Apple’s Museum of Ice Cream.

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Kairo’s mom Zinhle also shared a birthday post.

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“I can’t believe she’s 8! Congratulations mommy! ???❤️,” wrote Lynn.

Mörda, DJ Zinhle’s husband and father to her daughter Asante, also wished Kairo, calling her the warmest part of his day. He added, “You force me to get up and fulfil every one of my promises, whether it’s taking you to bounce, or buying you that kids colourful coffee that doesn’t make sense. No matter what you get me to do it.

“You are so special to me. Thank you for making our relationship easy and full of love. Thank you for being such a great kid to your mom, I know your dad is proud of you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY I LOVE YOU.❤️.”

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“You are the best, thank you for being a great dad ❤️,” responded Kairo.

AKA’s girlfriend and rapper Nadia Nakai also took to Instagram to wish the birthday girl. “Happy Birthday @kairo.forbes I love you so much!!! Hope you have a wonderful day!! ❤️❤️❤️ can’t wait to see and squeeze you! ❤️❤️.”

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“Thank you Nadia, I love you so much ❤️,” commented Kairo.

Also see: K-Naomi pens heartwarming note to her daughter

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