Kenya’s flamboyant forex trader and social media influencer, Raymond Omosa, popularly known as Kenyan Prince, has once again found himself at the center of public debate after clashing with a traffic officer in Nairobi. The incident, which was caught on camera, has since gone viral and ignited discussions on social media about respect, arrogance, and the strained relationship between motorists and law enforcement in Kenya.
The Confrontation
According to footage circulating online, the altercation began when a traffic officer flagged down Prince’s luxury car, allegedly accusing him of committing a traffic offense. Clearly irritated, Prince stepped out of his vehicle to inspect it and immediately confronted the officer.
In a defiant tone, he questioned the accusation, saying:
“I have stopped the car and stepped out, now where have I hit him?”
Moments later, he delivered the remark that has since dominated online conversations:
“Mimi si rika yako” — Swahili for “I am not your age.”
The statement was widely interpreted as a dismissal of the officer, implying that the two were not equals, either in age or social standing.
Not the First Time
This is not the first time the controversial influencer has locked horns with the police. In an earlier incident, Prince was filmed in a heated argument with a female traffic officer while driving a Mercedes-Benz convertible. On both occasions, he has come under fire for what critics call arrogance and lack of respect for authority.
Public Reaction
The latest clash has divided Kenyans. Supporters argue that Prince was within his rights to question the officer’s accusations and that his boldness represents a refusal to be intimidated. Critics, however, see his actions as a show of pride and entitlement, especially given his lavish lifestyle, which often features prominently on social media.
The Bigger Picture
Beyond the drama, the incident reflects a deeper tension between Kenya’s affluent young elites and state institutions. While social media personalities like Prince flaunt wealth and independence, many citizens view such displays as fueling disrespect toward institutions that ordinary Kenyans are compelled to obey.
The viral exchange has once again cemented Kenyan Prince’s reputation as both admired and controversial — a man whose every move sparks debate on what it means to be wealthy, young, and defiant in modern Kenya.
