In a candid interview, Esther Njihia, once a celebrated millionaire and thriving businesswoman from Nakuru, opened up about how she lost her entire fortune in just one month—ultimately finding herself hawking porridge on the streets to survive.
At the height of her success, Esther was doing business with some of the most prominent figures in Kenya. She imported high-value items such as vehicles, furniture, photocopiers, and construction materials, selling them for millions of shillings. Her name was well-known in Nakuru’s business circles, and her lifestyle reflected her massive financial success.
However, things took a drastic turn when Esther made a bold move to expand her business operations to Nairobi. She sold her Nakuru home and invested Ksh. 40 million in a luxurious mansion in the capital. Unfortunately, after finalizing the deal, she learned that the property was fraudulently registered under five different individuals. The entire amount—Ksh. 40 million—was gone.
As if that wasn’t devastating enough, a close female friend introduced her to a seemingly lucrative investment opportunity. Hoping to recover her losses, Esther put in another Ksh. 11.4 million. But the promised returns never materialized, and she never saw the money again.
In just one month, Esther’s empire crumbled. With no resources left, she turned to hawking porridge on the streets to earn a living. Despite clinging to hope that her investments might still pay off, nothing has come through to date.
Esther Njihia’s journey from riches to rags is a powerful cautionary tale. It underscores the importance of proper due diligence before making high-stakes financial decisions—and serves as a sobering reminder that even the most successful individuals can face financial ruin when caught off guard.
