Kenyan Artists Face Boycott Call After Alleged Government Payoff

Kenyan Social Media Influencer Calls for Boycott of Artists Amidst Gen Z Deaths Controversy Nairobi, Kenya – A recent video posted by social media personality Riggy G has ignited a firestorm of debate across Kenya. Riggy G, known for his outspoken commentary, directly accuses several Kenyan artists of accepting payments from the government to praise the administration and downplay the deaths of young people, a group referred to as 'Gen Z.' "We ask the artists who were allegedly paid 50K by Kindiki to praise SHA and defend the government by saying it didn’t k!ll Gen Z to apologize to the public. If not, we will stop listening to their music, unfollow their social media, and stop inviting them to perform at entertainment events." Riggy G states in his video. The video, which has garnered over 15,000 views in a short period, features Riggy G speaking passionately about the alleged actions of the artists and the government's role. He claims that the artists' acceptance of payment constitutes a betrayal of the public trust. The video has sparked intense discussion on social media, with many Kenyans expressing their opinions on the matter. While the government has yet to respond to the allegations, the controversy highlights the complex relationship between art, politics, and public opinion in Kenya. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected.