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Comedian and scriptwriter Eddie Butita has finally broken his silence on why he delayed commenting on the contentious Finance Bill 2024, a topic that stirred intense debate across the nation and among Kenyan celebrities.
In an interview with
TV47, Butita explained that his hesitation was deliberate, rooted in careful consideration of the issue rather than a rush to join the popular outcry.
"Many celebrities rejected the Finance Bill to make fans happy, but I noticed that some didn't fully understand the bill. I’ve spoken about politics before, and the reaction wasn’t favorable. You can never make everyone happy. I even had friends in the industry urging me to post about it just to keep up with the trend." Butita said
He emphasized that he is responsible for his words and actions, stressing the importance of being cautious before taking sides on such polarising issues.
"When I looked at the intentions behind what they wanted me to comment on, it became clear that it wasn’t really about the Finance Bill. It felt like a setup. I’m not here to please everyone. I’m responsible for what I say and do, and how others interpret it is not my responsibility."
Since June 18, the streets of Nairobi have seen protests against the passing of the Finance Bill 2024. Many creatives, along with other citizens, faced police brutality and teargas during the demonstrations.
Some celebrities, including Murugi Munyi, and Boniface Mwangi were arrested but later released. As the protests gained momentum, members of Generation Z began scrutinizing celebrities and content creators who remained silent.
A viral hashtag campaign urging people to "unfollow and block" those who didn’t express solidarity quickly spread on social media. This movement specifically targeted public figures perceived to be indifferent or supportive of the government’s stance on the Finance Bill.
Eddie Butita became a focal point of criticism, especially from younger Kenyans who felt his comments on the bill were inadequate. Butita became a major target because he was among the celebrities who traveled with President William Ruto during his recent US state visit.
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