Comedian and content creator Terence Creative has issued a heartfelt apology to the Kisii community following a social media backlash sparked by a Facebook post that many interpreted as targeting a community leader.
In a statement shared on Instagram on Friday, October 31, 2025, Terence expressed deep regret over the post, saying he never intended to offend or disrespect anyone.
The controversial post had made a light-hearted remark speculating about a hypothetical scenario involving a Kisii leader seeking a government position in 2027.
Many social media users perceived it as a veiled reference to former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, who had earlier that day been endorsed by the Jubilee Party as its 2027 presidential flagbearer.
“Assume huyo Mkisii amechukua kiti 2027, sasa nipangie hiyo cabinet,” Terence had written
The controversial post quickly went viral and drew sharp criticism online.
Responding to the uproar, Terence issued a written apology, emphasising that the post was never meant to cause harm.
“My apologies to the Kisii community in general about a previous post that had been posted on my Facebook page. Naomba msamaha sana, I didn’t mean any harm. Nawapenda sana na nawaheshimu pamoja na viongozi wenu,” he wrote.
The comedian also shared a video message expanding on his apology. In it, he acknowledged the hurt his words had caused and reiterated his respect for the Kisii community and its leaders.
“Hello Kenyans, I want to apologise sincerely for the post I made on my Facebook page, which deeply upset the Kisii community. I love the Kisii people and respect your leaders,” he said.
Terence went on to clarify that he has never engaged in tribal politics or supported divisive behaviour, stressing that his intention was not malicious.
“I am not tribal, and I have never taken sides along ethnic lines. I didn’t know the post would hurt anyone. Even my followers know that I have never posted anything like that before,” he explained. “I love all Kisii people and their leaders, and I respect you all.”
The apology appears to have calmed tensions online, with several fans commending the comedian for taking responsibility and addressing the matter directly.