Kenyan comedian and social commentator Jaymo Ule Msee has once again found himself at the center of a social media storm, drawing intense backlash for his controversial remarks regarding the June 25th, 2025 anniversary protests.
In a series of provocative Facebook posts, Jaymo boldly declared this year's demonstrations "very fake with a tribal leaning and zero impact" when compared to the impactful June 25th, 2024 protests.
His statements have ignited a fierce debate online, leading to a barrage of criticism and, seemingly, personal attacks.
The comedian, known for his unfiltered opinions, posted on his Facebook page, directly contrasting the two protest movements.
“25th 2024 - Authentic & Genuine Maandamano with Impact. 25th 2025 -Very Fake Maandamano with a tribal leaning with Zero Impact,” he asserted in one of his posts.
While the June 25th, 2024 protests (initially sparked by the Finance Bill 2024) saw widespread public participation, leading to significant government responses, this year's anniversary demonstrations, though still met with heavy police presence and some clashes, were perceived by some as having less nationwide momentum.
His sentiments, particularly the accusation of a "tribal leaning," struck a raw nerve with many Kenyans who view the ongoing protests as a genuine, organic expression of discontent against police brutality, perceived corruption, and the rising cost of living.
The #RejectFinanceBill2024 movement last year garnered broad support across various demographics, and many see this year's commemorations and ongoing demonstrations as a continuation of that collective spirit. To call it "fake" and tribal was seen by critics as a dismissive and divisive narrative, undermining the legitimate grievances of the protesters.
The backlash was swift and intense. Screenshots circulating online reveal that Jaymo Ule Msee reacted to the onslaught by closing the comment section on some of his controversial posts. This move, often seen as a way to control negative discourse, only seemed to further infuriate his detractors, who accused him of shying away from accountability for his provocative statements.
“'Open comments if you are a man' is the most INTELLIGENT and popular message my people are sending me, they are insulting me, cool...Surely,” he responded to the nagging question of some wanting him to open his post's comment section.
Adding another layer to the controversy, Jaymo Ule Msee also shared screenshots of his phone call log, showcasing numerous missed calls and messages.
He alluded to these calls being from individuals attempting to "greet" him, implying they were unhappy with his stance.
This act of publicly exposing attempts to contact him, even indirectly, was perceived by some as an attempt to garner sympathy or highlight the extent of the "harassment" he was receiving.
These posts, now viral within various Kenyan online communities, have made Jaymo Ule Msee a central figure in the ongoing debate about the nature and legitimacy of the current protest movement.
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