Embu residents were left in shock and amusement after a dramatic scene unfolded in the town involving a young man who had just sold a piece of land. Witnesses say the man, believed to be in his late twenties, made headlines when he hired an entire public service bus to transport him alone to Nairobi, treating himself like a celebrity or high-profile dignitary.
According to reports from locals, the young man had earlier sold a plot of land inherited from his family for an undisclosed sum believed to be in the millions. Soon after completing the transaction, he walked into a nearby bus terminus and demanded that a 51-seater bus be reserved for his exclusive use.
At first, the bus operators thought he was joking. However, after confirming he was serious and able to pay the full fare for all seats—plus a tip for the driver—they obliged. The man allegedly ordered loud music to be played, requested a stopover at a supermarket to buy snacks and drinks, and waved to onlookers as the bus rolled out of town with only him onboard.
“He told us he was going to start a new life in Nairobi and didn’t want to travel with strangers,” said one of the bus crew members, still in disbelief. “We’ve seen many things in this business, but this one takes the crown.”
The spectacle quickly drew attention from passersby, some of whom captured the bizarre moment on their phones. Social media was soon flooded with photos and videos of the empty bus, with many Kenyans reacting with a mix of laughter, admiration, and concern.
While some online users praised the man for living his dream and “enjoying his money while it lasts,” others warned of the dangers of reckless spending, especially for those who come into sudden wealth.
Financial experts have long advised young people to seek professional guidance when they receive large sums of money, particularly from selling land or inheritance. As one local elder put it, “We’ve seen too many young men finish their wealth before it even settles in the bank.”
The young man’s whereabouts in Nairobi remain unknown, but his dramatic departure from Embu has sparked a conversation on wealth, financial literacy, and the thin line between enjoying life and making regrettable choices.
