Kenyans Still Unconvinced as KSh 424m SportPesa Jackpot Winner Rides in Chopper: "Hakai Ameshinda"
- The announcement of Boniface Kamau’s staggering KSh 424 million jackpot win left many Kenyans both awestruck and sceptical
- A grand helicopter arrival in Nakuru sparked celebrations from family and friends, but also fuelled online speculation
- While some Kenyans congratulated Kamau on his life-changing fortune, others demanded proof of his bet
Kenyans are still in disbelief after SportPesa announced their mega jackpot winner, Boniface Kamau.
Source: Facebook
The company announced that Kamau won an eye-watering KSh 424 million.
On Friday, August 8, the company shared a video of the winner arriving at his Nakuru home in style.
In the video, Kamau and the SportPesa staff went to the VIP section of Wilson Airport for a flight.
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How was KSh 424m winner treated?
They then boarded a helicopter for a trip to Nakuru county.
The team then arrived in Nakuru, where a welcoming party was ready.
The chopper landed next to a neat white house with a well-manicured lawn.
Kamau disembarked from the helicopter, and several women, presumably family members, warmly hugged him.
They broke into song and dance, celebrating his changed fortunes.
However, a good number of social media users were still unconvinced. In the comments section, some claimed that the win was not genuine, but a publicity stunt.
Others, however, called on Kenyans to be happy for Kamau.
Peter Cheruiyot:
“It’s a big joke, a big lie.”
Patrick Keyman Wagwan:
“Congrats bro, wakasikie vibaya huko kwao!”
George Kamah:
“Mchezo ya taon.”
Wilberforce Obwao:
“Wasee, we want to see his phone and how he placed the bet, because surely, you must have received a message.”
Golden Chriss:
“Hii ni scripted majamaa, but not in a bad way. After six months, I want to see his documentary.”
Mesh Kamunya:
“I’m happy for him.”
Peter Mice:
“We all know what’s happening.”
Hon. Noah Kering:
“In my time, I will be taken by foot, I don’t trust planes!”
Alfred Musyoka:
“Scripted for marketing.”
@CollinsLautani:
“Huyu jamaa ni paid actor.”
Did Toxic Lyrikali endorse Ruto?
Source: UGC
In other news, Kenyan rapper Toxic Lyrikali faced criticism following his performance at a State House event hosted by President William Ruto.
The event, aimed at empowering youth through the distribution of motorbikes, car wash equipment, and other tools, featured several artists, including Bahati and Toxic.
A video surfaced showing MP John Kiarie leading Toxic to a spot in front of the president, where Kiarie urged him to endorse Ruto’s second term by saying “tutam,” a play on the phrase “two term.”
Initially, Toxic continued performing and left the stage, but returned to say the phrase before greeting the president.
Toxic later hinted that he was pressured into making the endorsement.
The gesture sparked mixed reactions among fans on social media, with some accusing him of losing his authenticity and others expressing disappointment, suggesting his career might suffer.
Despite the backlash, some defended him, noting the challenging situation artistes face in political settings.
The incident sparked a wider conversation on the intersection of music, politics, and freedom of expression in Kenya.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
