James Opande Finally Speaks Out After Viral Video

James Opande has issued a formal press statement seeking forgiveness and taking “full responsibility” for a viral video scandal that has dominated Kenyan social media over the past week.

In a statement, released on Wednesday, January, 21 2025, comes after a series of explicit videos involving Opande and his alleged friend Marion Naipei were leaked online.

Opande Claims that this incident happened “mistakenly”.

He sparked online criticism after sharing a recorded video “taking advantage of her” at a city club while she was heavily intoxicated.

The lady became an online sensation after a viral video captured her heavily intoxicated at a city club, with some netizens expressing concern over her behaviour, while others are in defence of the boy child.

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Apology to Geoffrey Mosiria

Opande acknowledged the “shame” the incident has brought upon his family and expressed grave concerns regarding his professional future and legal status.

“I do not wish to lose my job, nor do I want to lose my U.S. visa,” Opande stated, framing his apology as a plea for a second chance. “As a man, I take full responsibility for my actions. I own my mistakes and I am ready to face the world.”

He also offered his apology to Geoffrey Mosiria, who claims he was rude to him.

“I also wish to offer my sincere apology to Kenyans, and more especially to Geoffrey Mosiria, the man who tried to reach out to me so that this matter could be resolved away from cameras and social media. I admit that I was rude to Mosiria, and for that I am truly sorry. However, that should not be a reason for him to be crucified,” Opande said in a statement.

He added, “Kenyans, forgive me. As a boy, I am sincerely sorry for my actions. I do not wish to lose my job, nor do I want to lose my U.S. visa. I have a family, and I acknowledge that I have brought shame to them.”

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Legal and Family Steps

Opande confirmed that he has instructed his legal team to reach out to his sister, Marion, to explore an amicable settlement outside of court.

” I have instructed my lawyer to reach out to Marion and explore ways in which this matter can be resolved amicably and outside the court,” Opande said

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Geoffrey Mosiria image. PHOTO/Mosiria FB