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Mental health advocate Wordsmith faces backlash over remarks on Njeri wa Migwi's appearance

Wordsmith faces backlash over remarks on Njeri wa Migwi's appearance. (Photos/Courtesy)

Kenyan X user Wordsmith, also known as Ole Pundit, has come under heavy criticism for his comments on human rights defender Njeri wa Migwi's appearance. His remarks sparked outrage, with many Kenyans calling him out for what they termed a blatant display of disrespect.

On February 10, 2025, Wordsmith, who identifies as a 'Mental Health Advocate' in his bio, posted a side-by-side image of Njeri with the caption:

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