Akorino musician and content creator Karangu Muraya has responded to online criticism after missing his daughter Esther’s graduation on Monday, 19 October.
His absence prompted a flurry of questions from followers, many of whom wanted to know why he was not at the ceremony.
While Esther celebrated her big day in a blue cap and gown, holding flowers and her certificate, Karangu was nowhere to be seen. His estranged wife, Triza Njeri, attended in his place and shared proud photos of the moment on Facebook.
Why did Karangu miss his daughter’s graduation?
Facing mounting backlash, Karangu took to his own Facebook page to set the record straight.
According to his post, the two had agreed the previous night that he would first attend the graduation of Asaph, identified as Esther’s brother although he is a nephew. He would then meet 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.
He shared the message alongside three photos of Esther beaming in her graduation outfit.
Explanation fails to satisfy
The explanation did little to win over his audience. Many followers questioned how he could priorities one sibling’s milestone over another’s, especially as both ceremonies appeared to fall on the same day.
Netizens react
The post quickly went viral, drawing reactions that ranged from warm congratulations to pointed criticism.
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. They chose to focus on the congratulatory spirit of the post rather than the controversy over his absence.
