Media personality Gloria Ntazola has ignited widespread debate on social media following controversial remarks she made about Luhya men.
In a strongly worded statement, Ntazola claimed that many Luhya men are lazy and reluctant to work, alleging that some prefer being financially supported by women rather than seeking employment. She questioned what she described as a lack of ambition and went further to criticize certain lifestyle habits, including daily eating patterns, using them as part of her broader argument.
Ntazola did not stop there. She advised women to reconsider having children with men from the community, arguing that behavioral change is necessary. Her comments, which many viewed as sweeping generalizations, quickly went viral and sparked heated reactions online.
A section of social media users supported her sentiments, saying she was speaking from personal experience and highlighting issues that exist in different communities across the country. However, a larger number of netizens condemned the remarks as divisive, unfair, and offensive to an entire ethnic group.
Critics pointed out that laziness or dependency is an individual trait and cannot be attributed to a whole community. Others warned that such statements risk fueling unnecessary ethnic tension in an already sensitive political and social environment.
The controversy has once again brought to light the impact of public figures’ statements in the digital age, where comments can quickly escalate into national debates. It also raises broader questions about stereotypes, accountability, and the responsibility that comes with having an influential platform.
As the debate continues, many are calling for more responsible discourse and caution against making blanket judgments about any community based on isolated experiences.
