A 2023 social media post by the uncle of Bryson, the young boy whose skin condition recently moved Kenyans to tears this week, has resurfaced and raised questions online about the nature of his long-running medical struggles.
The post, attributed to a man identified as Maruti, the boy’s uncle, was published on January 2, 2023, and claimed that Bryson “was instantly healed of leprosy” at a Prophet Owuor crusade held in Nakuru.
The claim attracted fresh scrutiny after Bryson’s story went viral and comedian Eric Omondi stepped in, helping raise over KSh 500k towards the boy’s treatment.
The Post That Has Puzzled Kenyans
What has left many Kenyans perplexed is not the claim itself, but who made it. Maruti, the same person who reportedly shared the faith-healing post in 2023, is among those who have since been openly thanking Eric Omondi and other well-wishers for coming to Bryson’s aid.
The apparent contradiction between the two positions has sparked considerable discussion online.
Recent reports indicate that Bryson continues to require specialised medical attention, with earlier treatment reportedly offering only temporary relief rather than a lasting solution.
His condition drew public attention after a video of him crying over his skin condition circulated widely, prompting an outpouring of support from across the country.
Healing Claims Remain Unverified
Any claim of miraculous recovery would need to be supported by credible medical evidence before it could be treated as fact. By all current accounts, Bryson’s condition remains one that requires professional medical assessment and ongoing care.
The resurfaced post has nonetheless renewed debate about the intersection of faith-based healing claims and medical treatment, particularly in cases involving children whose health decisions rest with adult relatives.
It is important to note that the full context of the 2023 post could not be independently verified, as it appeared to have been deleted from the said uncle’s account, who has also remained mum as Kenyans in the comment section of his post continue to ask him about it.
