Comedian Jaymoh Decin has opened up about the fear and uncertainty he experienced after a comedy skit impersonating President William Ruto went viral online.
The entertainer revealed that the overwhelming public reaction left him convinced he could be arrested, forcing him to stay indoors for two days.
Speaking during a recent interview, Jaymoh explained that the skit was never intended to insult the president.
Instead, he created it as a special performance to promote his comedy show, Sudhee Experience, after many Kenyans repeatedly requested that he imitate the head of state.
In the viral performance, Jaymoh copied President Ruto’s distinctive speaking style, gestures, and body language.
He also wore exaggerated prosthetics, including enlarged ears and a longer nose, to make the parody more humorous and entertaining.
Despite expecting the skit to attract attention, the comedian admitted he underestimated the level of public interest it would generate.
Before releasing the video, he mentally prepared himself for the possibility of facing legal consequences.
Jaymoh said the flood of online comments only made his fears worse. Many social media users jokingly asked him which colour of Subaru vehicle he preferred, referring to the vehicles often associated with detectives during arrests.
Although many viewed the comments as jokes, he confessed they made him anxious.
The comedian revealed that he remained inside his house for two days after posting the skit, fearing authorities could show up at any moment.
During that period, he also received calls from several influential politicians who are his friends, checking on his safety and asking whether he had been arrested.
When he finally decided to leave his home, another incident increased his anxiety. Jaymoh noticed a motorcycle that appeared to be following him and immediately sped away. He later discovered the rider had simply been picking up another client and was not pursuing him.
He also believes the parody eventually reached President Ruto. While attending the Africa Forward Summit, one of the president’s security officers reportedly recognised him and jokingly asked whether he had come to observe them for his next impersonation.
Beyond his own fears, Jaymoh said the experience deeply affected his family. His parents became worried after the video spread online and constantly prayed for his safety until the tension eased.
Despite the ordeal, the comedian’s performance attracted widespread attention and further cemented his reputation as one of Kenya’s leading celebrity impersonators.