Kenyan businessman Kennedy Rapudo has shared his perspective on the ongoing paternity debate surrounding club host Ciggie Johnson. Rapudo expressed full support for conducting a DNA test. However, he insisted that the resulting fallout should have been handled privately.
His comments follow public reaction to Johnson's revelation that he is not the biological father of his 12-year-old daughter. Johnson had provided 12 years of parental care and financial support, covering school fees, rent, and daily expenses.
On 3 October 2026, Johnson published a viral video confronting the child's mother, sparking widespread discussion across Kenyan social media.
During a car ride, Rapudo’s wife, socialite Amber Ray, asked him what he would do if he found himself in Johnson’s position. Rapudo answered candidly, emphasising that verifying paternity through scientific testing is essential.
He affirmed that testing is necessary for any man seeking clarity regarding his child.
"Yes, I totally agree. DNA must be done. That is a must. On that one, I 100% support him,” Rapudo said.
Rapudo stated that Johnson had valid reasons to seek medical verification after 12 years of raising the child. He endorsed Johnson’s right to seek certainty.
Criticism of Public Exposure
While backing the test itself, Rapudo strongly criticised the decision to publish the confrontation online. He noted that airing the private dispute publicly causes unnecessary harm to the young child involved.
He suggested that Johnson should have resolved the matter directly with the mother away from social media platforms.
"Where I don't support him, he could not have exposed that child in public. Angetafuta huyo dem waka echini waongee and figure it out. The public did not even have to know,” Rapudo added.
Rapudo highlighted the long-term psychological impact on the child.
"Cos you imagine what that child will go through."
Future Financial Support and Role
Amber Ray also asked whether Johnson should continue supporting the child financially after the negative test result. Rapudo explained that any ongoing financial assistance remains a personal choice rather than an obligation.
He noted that biological parents retain primary responsibility:
He concluded that any future support should depend entirely on Johnson's willingness:
"But now, ni kwa hiari yake if he feels he wants to continue supporting the child, that is fine."
