Kenyan content creator Karangu Muraya has come out to address criticism after he skipped his daughter Esther’s graduation ceremony on Monday, October 19, sparking a wave of questions from his followers.
While Esther marked her big day in a blue cap and gown, clutching flowers and her certificate, Karangu was nowhere in sight.
His estranged wife, Triza Njeri, stepped up and attended in his place, sharing proud photos of the moment on Facebook for all to see.
Why did Karangu miss his daughter’s graduation?
Facing growing backlash, Karangu went to his own Facebook page to set the record straight.
According to his post, the two had reached an agreement the previous night: he would first attend the graduation of Asaph, identified as Esther’s brother though he is truly a nephew, and would meet up with Esther separately afterwards.
“Congratulations, my sweet daughter Esther on your graduation. As we agreed last night that I will attend your brother’s Asaph graduation and then meet you later, I will always love you darling, sasa ungojee gifts kutoka kwangu shortly…I love you darling,” he wrote, alongside three photos of Esther beaming in her graduation outfit.
The explanation did little to fully satisfy his audience, with many followers questioning how he could prioritise one sibling’s milestone over another’s, especially when both appeared to fall on the same day.
Netizens react
The post quickly went viral, with reactions ranging from warm congratulations to pointed criticism.
Netizens weigh in
Here is what some followers had to say:
Annita Nyambu:
“And u forgot Essie was graduating also? 🙄”
Joseph Senior:
“Well done!! 1 – 1 Many thought game Itakua 0-1”
Essy Charlz:
“Wueh this man is something else, anyway congratulations essie”
Irene Kombe:
“Huyu mtoto nayo ni Kagema kabisa”
Carol Kim:
“God bless you, hun”
Sheez Gitau:
“Congratulations, Essy and Asap ♥️♥️”
Mûthoni June:
“Hii nayo Mungu akubaliki saaaaana baba Muraya”
Despite the mixed reactions, Karangu’s promise of gifts for Esther appeared to soften the mood for some fans, who chose to focus on the congratulatory spirit of the post rather than the controversy surrounding his absence.
