A dramatic video circulating on social media shows Kenyan forex trader Raymond Omosa, popularly known as Kenyan Prince, smashing his brand-new iPhone 17 Pro Max in Dubai after a high-stakes trading loss.
The clip captures Omosa live-trading from a high-rise balcony, the Burj Khalifa illuminated behind him. Earlier, he had boasted of turning $10,000 into enough profit to buy a Lamborghini. But when the market turned sharply against him, wiping out the full $10,000—around KSh 1.3 million—Omosa hurled the device to the ground, visibly frustrated and cursing as it shattered.
Omosa, who calls himself “KP the Baddest,” has cultivated a flashy persona around forex trading. At 21, he claims to have achieved millionaire status, runs a forex school in Westlands, Nairobi, and frequently showcases luxury cars on social media. He has mentored figures such as Nigerian influencer Petebril and often shares screenshots of withdrawals, though skeptics question the authenticity of his claims. Allegations have surfaced accusing him of misleading followers through paid courses or signals, which he denies, insisting that success in forex is attainable for those willing to learn properly.
The video, initially posted on X, has attracted thousands of reactions. Some viewers mocked the incident, with one commenting, “Lost the money, lost the phone,” while others highlighted it as a sobering reminder of the risks inherent in trading.
Omosa reportedly purchased the iPhone for KSh 320,000 shortly after its release, making him one of the first in Kenya to own the device.
Experts note that the episode illustrates the volatility of forex trading, where fortunes can change in minutes. While some question whether the outburst was genuine frustration or a marketing stunt, the incident has reignited conversations about responsible trading and the pressures behind social media personas.
By XMEDIA