Geoffrey Mosiria, minister for Environment Nairobi County,has publicly defended an elderly churchwoman whose private video went viral, leaving the nation shocked.
The respected woman — known in her community for faith and calm demeanour — found herself humiliated online after intimate content was shared without her consent.
Mosiria condemned the public mockery and urged Kenyans to show compassion and protect the dignity of elderly women.
Do not expose our women,” he said. “Many suffer after trusting the wrong people with private videos and photos. I call on police to investigate and take strong action.
For our mothers and fathers, stop sharing such content for fun, because one day it will be used against you.” Mosiria added a stern warning to would-be sharers.
Community leaders and human rights advocates have rallied behind the woman, calling for swift legal action against those responsible for circulating the clip.
They stressed that non-consensual distribution of private material is not only a moral outrage but can also amount to criminal conduct under Kenya’s laws protecting privacy and dignity.
Local church members expressed sorrow over the incident, saying the woman’s reputation and mental wellbeing have been severely affected.
She has always been a pillar in our congregation,” one elder said. “Now she sits at home in pain while strangers comment and laugh. This must stop.”
Police confirmed they have received reports and are probing the matter, promising to pursue perpetrators and remove the footage from online platforms where possible.
Digital rights groups urged social media companies to act promptly to take down the video and to support victims.
As the investigation proceeds, Mosiria’s vocal defence has amplified calls for a culture shift — from voyeurism to empathy — and renewed attention to protecting vulnerable citizens from online abuse and seek justice.
By Nairobi