‘He has been avoiding us’ Fred Arocho on Bahati using Harambee Stars for clout
Fred Arocho, one of Kenya’s most popular football commentators, has raised concern over
what he describes as empty promises made by musician Bahati to the Harambee Stars.
Arocho revealed his frustration after Bahati allegedly failed to fulfill a public pledge he
made to the national football team, leaving both players and fans feeling let down.
According to him, the Harambee Stars have been treated unfairly by celebrities who seek
publicity through grand promises but disappear when it comes to delivering.
Arocho explained that several attempts had been made to remind Bahati of his
commitment.
Direct efforts to contact him were said to have failed, and he even went as far as involving
former football star McDonald Mariga, who is close to the musician, to help with followups.
Despite these moves, Bahati has remained silent, raising questions about whether he ever
intended to keep his word in the first place. This silence, according to Arocho, shows a lack
of seriousness and disregard for the players who sacrifice a lot for the country.
In his remarks, Arocho accused Bahati of using Harambee Stars for personal publicity while
neglecting the real issues that affect the players. He noted that the national team often
struggles financially despite carrying the hopes of millions of Kenyans whenever they play at
international tournaments.
Arocho stressed that what the players deserve is real support and respect, not promises
that never materialize. For him, celebrities like Bahati should be role models who inspire
confidence, not figures who give Kenyans reasons to doubt their integrity.
Arocho did not stop at airing his frustrations. He issued a stern warning to Bahati,
demanding that he honor his word before Wednesday.
He said this deadline was not just about money but about accountability, trust, and
respect.
Public figures who make pledges in front of fans, according to Arocho, must learn
to stand by them because the public pays close attention.
He emphasized that failing to do so only erodes credibility and creates mistrust among
supporters who look up to their heroes.
The issue has attracted mixed reactions among Kenyans. Some people feel that Arocho
should have addressed the matter privately rather than in the public eye, while others agree
with him and insist that Bahati must deliver on his promise.
This debate reflects a larger problem in Kenya where entertainers, and even politicians,
make promises that remain unfulfilled once the spotlight moves elsewhere.
Wednesday deadline approaches and many football fans are waiting to see what Bahati will
do.
For them, this moment will reveal whether the singer truly respects Harambee Stars
and the role they play in raising national pride, or whether his pledge was just another
publicity stunt.
