Kenyan singer and content creator Diana Marua was interrupted mid-performance at the Big Voices Fest: Mahaba Edition, held at Expressway Lounge along Mombasa Road, Nairobi.
Videos circulating on social media show her husband, singer Bahati, introducing her before leaving the stage as she prepares to perform.
Diana later takes to the stage and begins performing Mtaachana Tu, a song she recorded with Bahati. However, another video captures a man approaching her during the performance and gesturing for her to leave.
The singer appears caught off guard by the interruption and initially attempts to continue before eventually leaving the stage.
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The incident has sparked debate among fans, with some questioning how the situation was handled while others argue that performers must stick to their allocated time during concerts.
The event featured Tanzanian singer Alikiba as the headline act.
Why Diana Marua Was Asked to Leave the Stage
Reports following the incident suggested that the concert was running behind schedule, prompting organizers to prepare for Alikiba's performance.
The man who approached Diana has been described in reports as possibly being a member of the stage crew or security team. However, his identity and official role have not been confirmed publicly.
It also remains unclear how much time Diana had been allocated for her performance or whether she had been informed that her set was ending.
Neither Diana nor the event organizers had publicly explained the circumstances surrounding the interruption at the time of reporting.
Fans React to the Viral Video
The video attracted mixed reactions online, with some viewers expressing disappointment over how Diana was asked to leave the stage.
One social media user questioned the manner in which the situation was handled, writing:
“Why embarrass her like that? You could have let her finish. She is also an artist.”
Another commenter defended the decision, arguing that performers must respect the schedules set by event organizers.
“If your time is up, your time is up. Even Burna Boy gets his mic cut.”
The contrasting reactions reflect differing views on how organizers should manage performances when concerts fall behind schedule.
While some fans felt Diana deserved a more considerate approach, others maintained that time limits are part of live events, particularly when several artistes are scheduled to perform.
For now, the circumstances behind the interruption remain unclear, with no official explanation from Diana or the organizers.
