“Am In Hot Fire Now”: Mammito Speaks After Facing Backlash For Mocking Jowie Irungu
Mammito outlines that Kenyans from all races are rising against her for just posting a mere video
Content creator Eunice Wanjiru Njoki alias Mammito has responded to Kenyans after facing severe backlash. This was as a result of posting a parody of Dolly Parton’s “Jolene,” targeting Joseph Irungu, also known as Jowie, on the day of his sentencing.
In her statement on Instagram, Mammito outlines that Kenyans from all races rising against her for just posting a mere video made her soul bleed.In a quite controversial post, Mamito added that she is just an emaciated lady who has no power to defend herself. Mammito added that she hopes that one day Kenyans will unite and support one another.
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Mammito wrote, “I have witnessed a very rare occurrence something that has not happened since 2002 people from every background uniting together for a reason, to cook me. It gives me hope for the future that one day we shall unite and fight against corruption and other things ailing our country. Am in hot fire now, my soul weeps .I am but a small thin woman with no buttocks and am not as attractive, how dare I joke about a beautiful accused person , but your unity how it fills my soul!”
The video, widely circulated on social media, has provoked strong criticism from Kenyans who find it highly inappropriate given the gravity of the situation.
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Numerous individuals have expressed their outrage, emphasizing the lack of sensitivity in her actions and questioning the morality of using a tragic event for entertainment purposes.Jowie was recently sentenced to death for the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani in 2018.
The backlash against Eunice Wanjiru Njoki highlights the importance of exercising discretion and empathy when dealing with sensitive subjects, particularly those involving loss of life and legal proceedings.
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As a content creator with a substantial following, her actions have sparked a broader discussion about ethical boundaries in online content creation and the responsibility associated with wielding influence.In response to the public outcry, Eunice Wanjiru Njoki has not yet issued a statement addressing the controversy, leaving many to ponder the potential consequences on her reputation and career.
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