Oga Obinna opens up about how October left him mentally crushed

Content creator and comedian Oga Obinna delivered an emotional tribute during the final farewell for former journalist Kimani Mbugua in Murang’a County, offering a deeply personal reflection on grief, mental health, and the pressures of public life.

Speaking before mourners, Obinna described Kimani as “my small brother,” expressing the depth of his heartbreak and the shock surrounding the young journalist’s death.

“October Has Been a Difficult Month”

Obinna revealed that the past few weeks had taken a heavy toll on him personally and emotionally, saying October had been one of the hardest periods of his life.

“October has not been a very good month for me — personally, mentally, and emotionally,” he said.

He spoke with visible emotion, explaining that Kimani’s death had shattered the plans and hopes they had built together for his recovery and future.

“The plan was very different. I didn’t want to see this. This was not what we talked about. Personally, I am heartbroken — my heart is bleeding,” Obinna said.

A Brotherly Bond

The comedian recounted how he met Kimani after learning about his struggles and decided to reach out to help. He met with Kimani, his father, and other family members, forming a close bond in the months that followed.

“I reached out to him, found him, and we talked — with him, his mum, and his dad. We had big plans,” Obinna recalled.

Their relationship, he said, grew beyond professional acquaintance into genuine brotherhood — one rooted in shared struggles and mutual respect.

A Message to the Media Industry

Turning his grief into a moment of reflection, Obinna used his speech to address the silent suffering within Kenya’s media and creative industry.

He lamented that many people working in media and entertainment hide their pain behind smiles and content, fearing judgment or appearing weak.

“Most of us in the media space don’t talk about our problems, yet we go through a lot. The industry expects perfection all the time,” he said.

Obinna also cautioned young people about the illusion of social media, describing it as “a scam.”

“What you see online isn’t real. People only show you what they want you to see. Behind the filters and success stories are real struggles.”

He urged content creators and young professionals to prioritize collaboration over competition, emphasizing that unity and empathy could save lives.

“We are competing with each other instead of supporting one another. We need to change that.”

A Sobering Reminder

As he concluded his tribute, Obinna reminded the mourners of the fragility of life and the importance of reaching out to one another.

“Today we are mourning Kimani. Tomorrow, it could be anyone. Please, talk to each other before it’s too late,” he urged.

His heartfelt message left many in tears, resonating deeply with those in attendance and across social media — a poignant call for compassion and awareness in an industry that too often masks pain behind laughter and performance.