Mambo ya madeni: Azziad remains defiant in face of trolls and critics

Kenyan radio presenter and content creator Azziad Nasenya has finally addressed weeks of speculation regarding alleged unpaid debts.

Taking to social media, the 24-year-old shared a heartfelt message, thanking her fans for their unwavering support and reassuring them that she is doing well.

Azziad’s Message to Fans

In a series of videos and images posted on her Instagram Stories, Azziad appeared cheerful while enjoying herself at an undisclosed location.

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In what seemed to be an international setting, she expressed gratitude to her followers for their concern, acknowledging that her inbox was flooded with messages. While she couldn’t respond to each one individually, she assured her fans that she had seen and appreciated their love.

“Hey my loves, how are you? I missed you, but the love has been overwhelming. My DMs are full! If I could respond to each one, I would. I love you all so much,” she shared.

She also revealed that the outpouring of support moved her to tears.

“I was literally crying the other day because you guys are amazing. It’s been a while since you heard my voice, but I had to speak to you today. I’m doing fine, taking it one day at a time, and thanking God.”

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Finding Strength in Faith

Azziad also shared a video of herself lip-syncing to Judy Kay’s gospel song Capable God, reinforcing her faith during this period. The song speaks about trusting in God’s unwavering support.

Additionally, she posted a Bible verse, Isaiah 30:21: “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’” This suggested that she is leaning on her spirituality to navigate challenges.

Debt Allegations Surface

The controversy surrounding Azziad began when blogger Edgar Obare shared claims from alleged friends accusing the TikTok star of borrowing large sums of money without repayment.

One source alleged that Azziad took a loan of Ksh400,000, promising to return it within three days, but months had passed without reimbursement. Attempts to contact her had reportedly been unsuccessful.

Obare also released alleged audio recordings of Azziad admitting to financial and emotional struggles, expressing deep regret over the situation.

These claims emerged weeks after Azziad publicly revealed she had checked herself into a mental health facility in December 2024. She disclosed spending two weeks there to focus on her emotional well-being and had taken a break from social media.

Fans Stand by Azziad

Despite the accusations, many of her supporters have defended her, urging empathy and understanding.

They pointed out that financial struggles are common, emphasizing that Azziad, like anyone else, does not deserve public shaming. Whether the allegations are true or not, fans believe she should be allowed to navigate her challenges without undue scrutiny.