Nadia Mukami Breaks Silence on Arrow Bwoy’s Injury During June 25 Protests, Speaks Out Against Police Brutality

Nadia Mukami has offered an update on the condition of her partner, Arrow Bwoy, following an incident in which he was struck by a police officer during the June 25, 2025, protests in Nairobi.

Arrow Bwoy, born Ali Yusuf, shared a now-viral video showing a uniformed officer hitting him with a baton on his lower back — an image that quickly sparked public outrage amid heightened calls for police accountability and justice for victims of recent crackdowns, including Boniface Kariuki.

The protests, largely driven by Kenya’s youth and artists under the #JusticeForOjwang movement, were reportedly disrupted by organized groups, which some say were deployed to discredit peaceful demonstrators.

Nadia: “He Likes to Exaggerate”

In a candid phone interview with radio host Ankali Ray, Nadia dismissed any major concern over Arrow Bwoy’s injury, describing it as minor.

“He’s okay — it wasn’t serious. He tends to exaggerate. But still, I was livid. That’s the father of my kids and they manhandled him.”

While brushing off the injury, Nadia voiced frustration over the police’s behavior.

“These officers are rude and reckless. They’re trying to prove a point by intimidating people. The protests were hijacked to make it look like we support chaos — but we won’t stop speaking up.”

Now pregnant, Nadia also declined to confirm whether the couple is planning a gender reveal, choosing to keep the focus on the unfolding national unrest.

Arrow Bwoy’s Protest Anthem ‘Mapambano’ Sparks Nationwide Reactions

As tensions remain high, Arrow Bwoy’s protest anthem, Mapambano, has emerged as a bold voice of resistance, resonating with thousands across the country.

The song’s powerful message and fusion of reggae and Afrobeat have turned it into a street anthem for Kenya’s Gen Z-led movement. On social media, fans praised the track’s fearless tone and raw emotion:

• @brendankatha8038: “Kenyans, let’s do justice to this song! March with artists, sing fearlessly. Much love from Messi Kadenge 254. #Mapambano”

• @stifflah1kymkym261: “Arrow Bwoy, thank you for this masterpiece. We’ll take our country back. #TAM”

• @ree_gang255: “This track made me follow this guy! Arrow Bwoy!”

However, not all responses were positive. Some critics questioned the protest’s direction and message:

• @ltepilalabara: “Kasongo, you’re foolish for this chaos.”

• @lawikiptootanui: “This song fuels nonsense. Hime bakwa na mafala.”

Others urged action, pushing for mass mobilization:

• @malvinsentertainmentke: “25th June, wear black masks, march to State House!”

• @khaliwayz: “Let’s trend this to 1M views in 2 days! 25th Anthem is out!”

With Mapambano climbing the charts and becoming a soundtrack for a restless generation, supporters like @sozansozann5923 are calling to “take Arrow to the top,” while @Kingzillahmusiq praises the song’s “wantam” energy — street slang for “fire.”

As Kenya navigates these turbulent times, artists like Arrow Bwoy and Nadia Mukami continue to use their platforms not just for music, but for resistance, awareness, and unity.