Kenyan comedian and content creator Flaqo Raz has finally addressed the controversy surrounding his breakup with social media personality Keranta, explaining his decision to take back the car he had previously gifted her. The explanation, which he offered in a recent interview with Oga Obinna, comes after weeks of public speculation and criticism over his actions.

During their highly-publicized relationship, Flaqo had made a grand gesture by publicly buying a car for Keranta, an event that was widely celebrated by their fans. The car became a prominent symbol of their romance, and its fate was a subject of much speculation after the couple’s eventual public split. The situation intensified when it was revealed that Flaqo had taken back the vehicle, leading to significant online backlash.

In his explanation, Flaqo clarified that his decision was not driven by pettiness but by a combination of practical and personal reasons. He explained that at the time of the gift, he was under the impression that the relationship was headed for marriage, and the car was a part of that shared future. However, with the relationship’s unexpected end, he felt it was necessary to sever all ties and retrieve the asset. He also hinted that the car was a significant investment for him and that its return was a necessary step to move on financially and emotionally.

”Gari iko kwa jina yangu. Hio si kunyanganyana. I did not do a bad thing. I did not ask her to give me all the things I bought. There’s no way I can leave the car behind. Mi sipendi ugomvi.”

The explanation has been met with a mixed public reaction. While some of his supporters have defended his right to take back a gift after a breakup, many others continue to criticize his actions, calling them unromantic and petty. The saga has put a spotlight on the complexities of modern relationships, especially those lived out in the public eye, and the debate over the etiquette of reclaiming gifts after a split.