From rags to riches: The only mistake Martin Kamotho did or the one good thing he did was to line up with a plastic bag full of githeri and now everybody is giving him free stuff.
Talk about everybody forcing themselves to him just to give him something he did not ask for. Now this man is dressed by the president’s cloth designer and wearing Uhuru’s outfit among many big things that has come his way.
Kweli Mungu Halali!
By Isaac Kariuki/Diaspora Messenger
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Martin Kamotho Njenga, popularly known as “Githeri Man,” gained national fame during Kenya’s 2017 general election when a photo of him eating githeri while queuing to vote went viral.
This image turned him into an overnight sensation, leading to various opportunities and public recognition.
In 2017, Kamotho was invited to State House and awarded a Head of State Commendation (HSC). During this period, he was dressed in navy blue suits provided by a stylist associated with former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s fashion team.
This gesture was part of a broader initiative to support Kamotho, which included a five-year supply of designer clothes. The stylist’s support was intended to continue until 2022, marking a significant transformation in Kamotho’s public image.
Additionally, Kamotho received a plot of land in Ngong and a monetary token of KSh 100,000. Despite these gestures, he has expressed modesty about his circumstances, revealing that he continues to live in a humble setting with minimal possessions.
His journey from a viral image to receiving support from high-profile figures highlights the impact of social media in shaping public narratives and the potential for individuals to experience significant life changes through unexpected moments.
