Kenyan gospel minister Dennis Mwaura, popularly known as Katoi C.O.G, recently found himself at the center of social media attention. A video of him tumbling on stage went viral across various digital platforms.
The incident occurred during a peace caravan event held at the Kenya National Archives in Nairobi’s Central Business District. Several local artists gathered for the performance to spread messages of peace.
What Really Happened on Stage
Speaking exclusively to Mpasho journalist Moses Sagwe, Katoi C.O.G explained that the event featured multiple performances from various artists, including Ringtone, DK Kwenye Beat, and others. The initial sets proceeded smoothly without incident.
“We were spreading the peace and having some good vibes. We did our first set,all of the artists did their first sets very well. So, pale mimi kama COG Katoi, ikafika time ya kupanda for the second set, na, watu wanadhani nilianguka, but eventually, ni stage ilikuwa slippery,” he said.
“After tumemaliza the first set, pastor wetu wengine walianoint stage hapo mbele, so ilikuwa na anointing oil. So, for me sikuwa najua, sikuwa na taarifa and that's how nili nedup kuslide,” he added.
Despite the mishap, the artist took the viral moment in stride, acknowledging that publicity is part of the entertainment industry.
The footage opens mid-performance. Katoi C.O.G stands on an elevated outdoor stage at night, microphone gripped firmly in one hand, his other arm thrust upward as he addresses the crowd below.
Moments later, he loses his footing. His legs slide out from beneath him and he goes down hard, landing on his side and forearms. The fall happens fast, with little time to brace.
But the moment doesn't last long. Within seconds, Katoi is back on his feet, straightening up and re-engaging the crowd as though nothing happened. “I think, some people think nili slide because of my condition, but no. I'm used to that. I'm used to performing; I'm used to giving people good music. Nilianguka because the, the floor was slippery,” he explained.
By the time the clip continues, he's upright again, composed, and very much back in performance mode.
“So, for me, it went really viral, but anyway, at the end of the day, publicity is publicity, good or bad publicity is publicity, and I just love how people are responding to that,” he concluded.
