Watch your mouth! Obinna warns youth against hate speech

Oga Obinna has issued a stern warning to Kenyans over the rising cases of hate speech and online threats.

In a video shared on his official social media platforms on Monday, April 13, 2026, Obinna cautioned that the misuse of digital spaces will no longer go unchecked, noting that authorities are increasingly cracking down on offenders.

“I want to talk about goons; it is not going to be business as usual for goons. Vitu zimechange,” he said.

Crackdown on Online Misconduct

Obinna drew a distinction between what he termed “online goons” and “on-ground goons,” warning that both groups are now under closer scrutiny.

He explained that individuals engaging in harmful online behaviour are being tracked under Kenya’s cybercrime laws, with authorities quietly monitoring activity and building cases.

According to him, some users may be misled by the attention they gain online, not realising that agencies like the Directorate of Criminal Investigations are closely following their digital footprints.

“Online goons… unaona umepata views mingi, unaangaliwa na DCI polepole, unawekwa kwa backet, na unaanza kutafutwa polepole,” he said.

“Mkono wa Serikali ni Mrefu”

The media personality also referenced the Swahili saying “mkono wa serikali ni mrefu,” emphasising that those spreading hate speech, issuing threats, or inciting tribal divisions will eventually be held accountable, regardless of where they are.

“Huwa wanasema mkono wa serikali ni mrefu, itakutoa huko penye utakuwa,” he added.

Message to the Youth

Obinna particularly urged young Kenyans to be responsible in their online conduct, warning that many individuals have already faced consequences while others continue to act recklessly.

He noted that some users have long hidden behind anonymity to spread hate, issue threats, and fuel tribal tensions in pursuit of attention and viral content.

“Wewe endelea kuspread hate speech… wenzako wananyolewa chako anza kulitia maji… vijana kuweni rada, mtakujiwa one by one,” he warned.

His remarks come amid growing concern over toxic online spaces in Kenya, as calls increase for accountability and responsible digital engagement.