Popular Kenyan comedian Njugush has once again tapped into national tension and turned it into laughter, releasing a witty skit that pokes fun at the heavy police presence in Nairobi during the Saba Saba protests. As Kenyans found themselves blocked from accessing the city center due to what appeared to be an unofficial lockdown, Njugush flipped the script with biting humor.
On the morning of Sunday, July 7, Nairobi’s Central Business District was unusually inaccessible. People traveling from the outskirts of the city encountered roadblocks manned by police officers, and many were reportedly turned back. Though authorities maintained there was no lockdown, footage and accounts from social media painted a different picture. Online platforms were flooded with videos showing blocked roads, heavily armed officers, and frustrated citizens.
In the midst of the chaos, Njugush released a skit that mirrored the public sentiment: disbelief, sarcasm, and frustration. The video opens with him standing confidently by a window, boldly claiming, “Mimi unajua hakuna kitu inanitisha, hakuna mtu naogopa,”—a satirical jab at official assurances that security forces were simply maintaining order.
Moments later, he dramatically closes the curtains and begins frantically issuing fake commands in a parody of high-level police strategy meetings: “Wewe funga hapo, Mombasa mlifunga, watoto wanakuja. Eliud ambia Maseng’eng’eli. Eliud tutafanya nini? Najua nilikuwa nafuata nyayo lakini ground ni moto. Funga! Na watu wa media wadelay, wasiingie. Sitaki tuonekane kama tumeshindwa na watoto.”
The humor didn’t stop at wordplay. His reference to “Eliud” and “Maseng’eng’eli” was a clever nudge at real-life senior police officers, while “watoto wanakuja” subtly hinted at schools closing in anticipation of possible unrest. His mention of Mombasa pointed to the canceled night train that left many stranded—a real-world incident wrapped into his fictional skit for full comedic effect.
The skit ends with a characteristically Njugush line: “Hata wasipoingia ni kama wameshinda juu tunaonekana wanyonge,” recognizing the public’s resilience and the irony of fear-driven enforcement.
The video struck a chord with fans, many of whom flooded the comment sections with applause for how accurately and hilariously the moment was captured. Reactions ranged from laughter to admiration, with fans declaring Njugush a national treasure. His ability to mirror the national mood, challenge authority with wit, and deliver social commentary through humor won him even more admiration.
In a separate clip, Njugush appeared to reference another viral moment involving the president. After a shoe was thrown during a recent public event in Migori, he released a video where he walked cautiously in a dim corridor, noticeably wearing only one shoe. The visual was a clear, comedic nod to the mystery surrounding the incident, leaving viewers both amused and impressed by his quick turn-around time.
Whether it’s the tension in the streets or drama in politics, Njugush continues to be a sharp and timely voice, using comedy to reflect, provoke thought, and keep Kenyans smiling—especially in difficult moments.
