Content creator Marya Prud Irungu has claimed that an organisation reconsidered involving her in a mental health awareness campaign after her recent remarks about the breakup between Willis Raburu and Ivy Namu.
The revelation came in a clip shared by Nairobi Gossip Club, where Marya said a close friend informed her that an NGO had initially been considering her for an ambassadorial position before withdrawing the opportunity following her social media posts.
According to Marya, the organisation felt her comments amounted to bullying and did not align with the values associated with a mental health awareness initiative.
‘They cancelled the consideration’
Marya claimed the decision came after she publicly reacted to reports about Willis Raburu and Ivy Namu’s separation, where she celebrated and made remarks about the situation.
She said the organisation believed the posts could affect the credibility of the campaign’s message. However, Marya maintained that she did not regret what she shared online.
Defending her social media expression
Addressing the issue, Marya argued that social media should remain a space where people are allowed to express their thoughts and emotions.
She suggested that online conversations should not automatically determine whether someone qualifies for professional opportunities, adding that her posts were part of the broader culture of social media interactions.
The content creator appeared unfazed by the decision, insisting she did not feel the need to apologise for her comments.
Her remarks have since sparked a wider discussion about online accountability, public image and whether a person’s social media behaviour should influence brand partnerships and organisational collaborations.
Mixed reactions online
The clip attracted varied reactions from social media users, with some questioning whether Marya expected the organisation to respond differently.
One user, Magoma.ke_, commented:
“Ulikuwa unataka wakupigie makofi😂😂😂”
Another added:
“What did she expect??”
Others argued that online actions often have real-life consequences, with some saying public figures should be mindful of how their words affect others.
Darius Mboya wrote:
“Karma comes back hard when you wish ill on others or celebrate their losses anyway… watu wajifunze kumove on.”
However, some users defended Marya, arguing that people should be allowed to speak about painful experiences from their past.
One commenter, pwokah_chelseajonnes, wrote:
“Healing isn’t linear, and healing doesn’t mean you can’t look back and talk about your past experiences with someone you once held dear who hurt you.”
The user added:
“Let the baeb finally talk.”
Debate continues
Other reactions ranged from jokes to messages of encouragement, with some users focusing on healing while others emphasised the importance of personal responsibility.
The discussion has continued to raise questions about the balance between freedom of expression online and the expectations placed on public figures when representing organisations and causes.