Kenyan singer and entrepreneur Esther Akoth, popularly known as Akothee, has once again captured public attention after a TikTok video of her advising her son about relationships surfaced online.
The now-viral clip shows the self-proclaimed president of single mothers engaged in a candid video call with her son, who had just broken up with his girlfriend.
According to the conversation shared on TikTok, the young man ended the relationship because his girlfriend allegedly issued strict conditions, one of them being that he should not have female friends.
Feeling frustrated and misunderstood, he turned to his mother for reassurance, likely expecting her to agree with his decision and criticize the girlfriend’s behaviour.
But instead of automatically taking his side, Akothee challenged her son’s reasoning, leaving many viewers impressed.
In her response, she firmly reminded him that relationships are not built on convenience alone.
She pointed out that conflicts, insecurities, and boundaries are normal, and what matters is how both partners communicate and compromise.
Akothee went a step further to suggest that he needed to examine his own behaviour before labeling someone else as the problem.
Her statement — that he could possibly be the toxic one — stunned many but resonated deeply across social media.
“Relationships take patience and mutual understanding.
You can’t simply walk away every time something doesn’t go your way,” she told him, encouraging self-reflection and emotional maturity.
Her tone remained affectionate but firm, demonstrating a balanced approach to parenting.
The video has sparked massive engagement online, with thousands of reactions, comments, and shares.
Many TikTok users praised Akothee for offering realistic and emotionally intelligent guidance, especially at a time when breakup culture and avoidance of accountability are common among teenagers and young adults.
Others admired the fact that she did not blindly defend her child just because he is family — instead, she chose honesty and personal growth.
This viral moment showcased a softer, nurturing side of Akothee that is often overshadowed by her bold public persona.
To fans, it was a refreshing reminder that behind the glamour and controversy, she remains a grounded mother dedicated to raising responsible, emotionally aware children.
By Nairobi