Former Police FC player Timothy Oyanda has captured the attention of Kenyans worldwide after injecting a vibrant display of Kenyan dance into his graduation ceremony.

Oyanda, who recently graduated from the University of Birmingham in the UK, delighted the audience when he broke into the popular Anguka Nayo and Mapangale moves as he walked across the stage.

Timothy Oyanda //Instagram

A Moment of Cultural Pride

The moment provided a memorable blend of academic achievement and cultural celebration.

The short video shows Oyanda confidently striding across the stage in his formal gown before seamlessly bursting into the energetic dance. His performance, while brief, was met with enthusiastic applause and cheers from the assembled crowd and faculty.

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The former footballer shared the clip on his Instagram page, captioning it with a simple, powerful message that resonated widely:

“Yesterday I was somebody, today I’m an educated somebody. ?”

This statement symbolised both his pride and the transformation that the academic milestone represented.

Fans React to the Viral Celebration

Oyanda’s unique celebration quickly went viral, with fans and fellow Kenyans flooding his comments section with praise, humour, and heartfelt congratulations.

Here is what some of his followers had to say:

@bookers_stacy wrote, “We love him ❤️.”

@9.ljdain remarked, “Tuko kila mahali kaa oxygen ??,” reflecting the widespread pride in seeing Kenyan culture shine abroad.

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@ellybett_ke added a touch of humour, quipping, “Anadance kushukuru ChatGPT ???? nyiii mnadhani ako happy?.”

@munashe.wm kept it simple and heartfelt, writing, “Congrats my bro ❤️.”

From the Pitch to the Degree

The viral clip has now become a talking point about Timothy Oyanda’s journey.

It reminds many of his background, from his days on the football pitch with Police FC to earning academic accolades in the UK. Many are lauding him for showcasing his heritage with such confidence and flair.

Oyanda’s unapologetic celebration reinforces a strong message: major milestones should be embraced with pride, joy, and a touch of homegrown culture.

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