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Notorious conman Wilkins Fadhili exposed after defrauding popular CEO (Screenshot)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Remember Wilkins Fadhili – the chap who became the talk of the town after conning a number of celebrities in 2019? Well, he is at it again proving that old habits die hard.

Also read: Victoria Rubadiri distances herself from Wilkins Fadhili – notorious fraudster conning unsuspecting Kenyans while citing associations with celebs

On Sunday, January 17, Suzie Wokabi, the founder of Kenyan cosmetics brand, Suzie Beauty, took to social media to caution the public against dealing with Wilkins.

Suzie Wokabi

Suzie revealed that Wilkins was her podcast manager and would occasionally disappear with her footage and use her name to get clients claiming that the two of them were working together.

The beauty brand owner went on to add that none of her brands were affected and promised severe consequences to take action if her dares to use her name.

She also listed a number of local public figures who Wilkins had led to believe that he could help secure partnerships with Suzie. They include; Breeder LW, Trio Mio, Abbiey Asachi, Martin Mativo, Ian Tush just to name a few.

Her post elicited mixed reactions from netizens. While some consoled Suzie for the ordeal, others were not too kind with their words and lambasted her for working with a known fraudster and expecting different results.

In 2019, Wilkins Fadhili, whose real name is Edwin Osigro, was exposed by Larry Madowo after he claimed that he’s the reason why the journalist is a big brand. It didn’t take long before other celebrities outed him.

Alleged Con man Wilkins promises Kenyans he’s working on something big and they should stay alert

Posted on by Pauline Syombua

Kenyan companies and citizens in general recently realized a man they have been trusting with their image and branding was nothing he was saying he was or could to half the things he was promising.

Wilkings Fadhili was a trending topic for a few months ago
after he was exposed on social media for conning many people, especially celebrities and companies while masquerading as a brand strategist.

Larry Madowo was the first celeb to expose Wilkings who was calming he handles his social media accounts. Larry promised to sue him and other accusations started emerging online.

Second chance

Months later, and a few suicide threats, Wilkings has resurfaced after seeking the sympathy of Kenyans, especially from those he hurt and used.

He’s now promising a big documentary set to show he’s comeback.

“As I have been silent and taking time off social media one of the most asked question is ; Wilkings do you still wanna do brand Strategy ?”I’m starting something amazing that’s so personal to me 90 DAYS OF BOUNCING BACK CHALLENGE / DOCUMENTARY. And can’t wait to see how this goes,” he said.

He went on to thank a few people who have given him a second chance following his recent saga.

“But again I wanna say a biiiiiiig thank you to amazing people /brands out there that have given me second chance to work with them and others to just be friends with them , thank you I won’t fail you … thank To each and every person/brand that’s part of this process God bless you .
#BouncingBack #NiPossible,”

“The world is full of weirdos. I don’t know him,” Vera forced to distance herself from con man Wilkins Fadhili 

Posted on by Pauline Syombua

Before the dust fully settles, socialite Vera Sidika has joined the party, a little bit late, to disassociate herself with con man Wilkins Fadhili.

Edwin O Osigro, who goes by the name Wilkins Fadhili on social media, has been trending ever since Larry Madowo denied any association with him.

Fadhili took to Twitter to brag about how he was working to position Larry as a global brand. He describes himself as a brand strategist who has worked with several celebrities including the likes of Larry, Victoria Rubadiri, Edith Kimani, Anerlisa Muigai etc.

Never met him

Vera, who’s currently in the U.S., on social media had to deny working with the con after learning he’s been using her name to fool Kenyans.

“I have made it clear, I do not know Wilkins Fadhili and I have never worked with him. Heck I had never even heard of him until my pal mentioned that he has been going around lying about me. He even had the guts to post my beauty parlour. I do not know this conman,” the beauty wrote,” she said on Instagram. 

Here’s what Vera said:

 

Betty Kyalo forgives con man Wilkins Fadhil after he used her name to con Kenyans thousands: We all make mistakes. No one is perfect 

Posted on by Pauline Syombua

Wilkins Fadhili, a man that was exposed for being a con man and using popular entertainers’ names to swindle thousands from Kenyans, is banking on sympathy in an effort to clear his name and avoid looming law suits.

Fadhili, who was blasted online for his con games that have seen him pretend to be a renowned brand strategist, messaged K24 Betty Kyalo begging her for forgiveness after his act.

“Hello Betty I would like to say I’m really sorry for using your name. i totally understand that its absolutely wrong, i was very stupid, inconsiderate and very ignorant, I’m really sorry and hope you find a place in your heart to forgive me. I’m making amends and working on being a better person in society and to be a blessing to each and every person. I’m sorry,” he texted Betty. 

Second chance

Betty posted the message on social media saying he has forgiven the young man.

“Forgiven Wilkins. We all make mistakes, no one is perfect. We can only aspire to be better and then do better. I wish you well. God bless,” she said. 

Other names he used in his con games haven’t really fallen for his apologies. Larry Madowo said he’s pressing charges while Ruth Ambogo said there’s a law firm already willing to represent all those names were used.

Victoria Rubadiri distances herself from Wilkins Fadhili – notorious fraudster conning unsuspecting Kenyans while citing associations with celebs

Posted on by Martin Oduor

Edwin O Osigro, who goes by the name Wilkins Fadhili on social media, has been trending ever since Larry Madowo denied any association with him.

Fadhili took to Twitter to brag about how he was working to position Larry as a global brand. He describes himself as a brand strategist who has worked with several celebrities including the likes of Larry, Victoria Rubadiri, Edith Kimani, Anerlisa Muigai etc.

He only sat next to me at a function

Victoria Rubadiri has also come out to distance herself from Wilkins Fadhili. The Citizen TV anchor denies claims that the fraudster is her manager, she explains that she only sat next to him at a function.

“@wilkinsfadhili⁩ sits next to me at a function, has a photo snapped and all of a sudden becomes my brand manager. Let me be clear. I am NOT managed by him or any company affiliated with him,” Rubadiri tweeted.

Several celebs have also come out to warn Kenyans to be cautious when dealing with characters claiming to ‘know’ or working with celebs.