MCK CEO Reveals How Someone Invested Ksh 10 Million So That He Can Lose His Job

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) CEO, David Omwoyo, has revealed that unknown individuals spent over Ksh 10 million in a campaign aimed at ensuring his contract was not renewed.

He claimed that the money was allegedly used more than five years ago, suggesting that the individuals involved had no direct benefit from the effort.

“The following words are personal: 5 years ago, a man, or a group of them, invested more than Kshs 10 million that my contract as CEO may not be renewed,” Omwoyo said.

According to him, the actions were driven by what he described as attempts to celebrate his professional downfall rather than any personal gain.

The CEO further questioned the motivation behind such actions, saying it was unusual for people to invest in what he termed the “loss of a competitor” instead of focusing on their own success.

“They had nothing to gain. They simply were celebrating and investing in a loss. If you are doing a party, spending to celebrate the loss of a competitor and not your win. See your life. How does witchcraft begin. Celebrating the loss of a random aspirant,” he added.

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He raised a question, telling people to celebrate their success, not someone else’s failure.

“How else do you explain sorcery, celebrating a stranger’s setback?” one of the audience asked.

The identities of those alleged to be involved in the plan remain unknown.

Omwoyo has held the CEO position at the MCK since 2014 and has dealt with several reforms aimed at improving media regulation and press freedom.

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Public Reactions and Support Following Allegations of Malice

The Facebook post has elicited hundreds of comments from journalists, media practitioners, and supporters, with many expressing solidarity with Omwoyo and condemning the reported actions.

One commentator, Mutinda Mwanzia, wrote: “In life, there will always be enemies, but you must be strong and bolder than them. Every day is a battle. Fight! David, remain strong!”

Milton Mwaivu commented, “Innovative witchcraft training starts from these acts. God will always protect his people.”

Henry Maina shared his thoughts: “I know what this is about. Evil does not win; it can delay good, but it’s true nature will be revealed eventually.”

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Martin Ndung’u Kamande attributed the incident to envy: “I call this jealousy. And jealousy is the last stage to becoming a sorcerer.”

Odeo Sirari praised Omwoyo’s leadership, stating: “Your performance as CEO is undeniable. You inherited a financially struggling organization but transformed it into a vibrant and active MCK that has greatly contributed to the industry.”

At the time of publication, the Media Council of Kenya had not yet released an official statement regarding Omwoyo’s claims.

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