Comedian Mulamwah has become a hot topic once again, this time after his personal phone number was leaked on X (formerly Twitter). The exposure followed his heated online exchange with his ex-partner, Ruth K, which has been dominating headlines in recent days. What followed the leak was a flood of calls and messages from Kenyans across the country—some curious, others sarcastic, and a few even sending him money.
Screenshots shared by the comedian revealed a flurry of incoming calls and M-Pesa transactions from strangers, some as little as KSh 1, apparently just to verify if it was indeed his number. Mulamwah later disclosed that he had received over KSh 28,000 from these “greetings” and shared a screenshot of his M-Pesa balance showing KSh 90,000. The unusual scenario amused many netizens while others expressed their displeasure, accusing him of using the situation to chase clout.
Online critics went a step further, with claims emerging that Mulamwah had been paid a hefty KSh 10 million by the government to “distract Gen Zs from national issues.” One X user labeled him a state puppet, alleging that his drama with Ruth K was strategically timed to shift attention from pressing socio-political matters.
Mulamwah dismissed the conspiracy theories, stating that the events with Ruth were purely coincidental and not engineered by any external forces. He scoffed at the idea of being paid millions, joking that had he received that much, he’d be living in the Cayman Islands by now. He urged people to stop spreading falsehoods and emphasized that he stands with the youth in addressing national challenges.
The comedian’s response sparked mixed reactions online. Some accused him of immaturity and seeking fame through personal scandal, while others found humor in the entire situation. Remarks ranged from Kenyans criticizing his behavior to others mocking the financial support he had unwittingly gained. A few questioned why he was flaunting his M-Pesa balance online when his own parents might be struggling back in the village.
At the heart of the controversy is the ongoing fallout between Mulamwah and Ruth K. Their breakup has been messy and public, involving accusations of betrayal, infidelity, and emotional manipulation. Mulamwah alleged that Ruth left him after gaining fame and was influenced by jealous friends. Ruth, on the other hand, claimed he was unfaithful and emotionally abusive, adding that she had evidence but chose not to make it public.
The situation escalated to an alarming level when Ruth accused Mulamwah of threatening to release her private photos and videos. In a shocking twist, explicit content was briefly posted on a social media account associated with their son. Both parties later issued apologies, but the damage had already been done, leaving their fans stunned and concerned.
Amid the backlash, other content creators like Terence Creative and Oga Obinna commented on the drama, suggesting that the outburst might be a reflection of deeper personal struggles. They called for understanding and urged the couple to seek healing and stay away from public mudslinging.
While some online followers continue to criticize Mulamwah for his role in the spectacle, others seem entertained by the chaos. Regardless of the opinions, one thing is clear: Mulamwah has once again captured the nation’s attention—this time with just a leaked number and an M-Pesa screenshot.
