For the past week, social media has been abuzz with discussions surrounding the marital challenges between renowned public figure Karangu Muraya and his wife, Trizah Njeri. What started as a private family matter quickly escalated into a full-blown online spectacle, drawing in thousands of Kenyans who shared their opinions on how the situation was being handled.
At the center of the storm are the elders who stepped in to mediate the dispute. Instead of resolving matters quietly, as many had hoped, the elders have found themselves under intense public scrutiny. Many netizens argue that their approach—going live on Facebook, engaging with influencers, and even holding public meetings—has only fueled the controversy rather than quelling it.
How the Drama Unfolded Online
When news broke that Trizah Njeri had left her matrimonial home due to alleged marital conflicts, social media users quickly took sides. The situation took a new twist when Karangu Muraya went live on Facebook, hosted by Baruthi Wa Thayu, in an attempt to explain his side of the story. Later, he appeared on TikTok Court, a move that many felt was unnecessary and only made the issue more public than it needed to be.
Public opinion overwhelmingly suggested that Karangu should handle the matter privately. Calls for him to go offline grew louder, with many advising him to let the elders handle the dispute behind closed doors. Responding to this, Karangu introduced his male friends, who assured the public that they would take over the situation, allowing him to focus on his ambassadorial duties.
One of the key figures involved, elder Kinyua Wairatu, reassured the public that they would manage the matter offline. However, their actions soon contradicted this promise.
Elders Under Fire for Publicizing Private Affairs
The backlash intensified when a poster surfaced online, announcing that the elders would be appearing for a live interview on Kogi’s Corner Show. Many were displeased, with some questioning why they were taking the issue to the media instead of handling it privately.
“We thought we all agreed that this matter should be dealt with offline?” one social media user commented. Others warned that involving respected elders in social media drama could tarnish their credibility.
Tensions rose further when the elders visited Trizah’s family on February 25th and went live during their meeting. Photos from the visit were widely shared online, sparking criticism. Many felt that parading elderly parents in public was a disrespectful move and did little to resolve the conflict.
Trizah Moves On as Karangu Remains Silent
While the elders struggle with public backlash, Trizah Njeri appears unfazed. She has been actively engaging on social media, posting about the brands she is influencing for and teasing the release of her first song later this week. Meanwhile, her family claims they have been unable to reach her by phone.
On the other hand, Karangu Muraya has largely remained quiet amid the unfolding drama. He has been seen focusing on his children, who were left in his care after Trizah’s departure.
What Next for the Elders?
With growing pressure from the public, all eyes are now on the elders to see if they will manage to settle the dispute or continue facing social media heat. The case serves as a lesson on how traditional conflict resolution methods are clashing with the digital age, where public scrutiny is unavoidable.
Will the elders regain control of the situation and restore Karangu’s family peace, or will social media continue to dictate the narrative? Time will tell.
