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Mosiria criticizes Obinna for choosing social media personalities over professional boxers for Vurugu duels
22nd June, 2026 11:33 AM
Nairobi’s Chief Officer for Customer Service, Geoffrey Mosiria has weighed in on the ongoing conversation surrounding the Vurugu boxing matches, calling on comedian and event organiser Oga Obinna to give professional boxers a chance instead of prioritising social media personalities and entertainers.
In a video shared on his Instagram page on Sunday, June 21, 2026, Mosiria praised Obinna for his contribution to the entertainment industry but questioned the direction the boxing event has taken, arguing that it risks sidelining genuine sporting talent.
According to Mosiria, boxing should remain a platform for trained athletes rather than becoming an event driven mainly by popularity and online influence.
Mosiria questions selection
While acknowledging Obinna’s success as an event organiser, Mosiria said the boxing competition should involve experts who understand the sport and can identify deserving participants. He argued that physical appearance alone should not qualify someone to step into a boxing ring.
“Obinna, my brother. Yes, you are a good event organiser. You are a good comedian. But boxing is hard on you because you can’t bring bodybuilders. Just because someone has gone to the gym and has a body, that does not qualify him to become a boxer,” he said.
Mosiria noted that although the event has attracted attention and entertained audiences, there is a need to protect the integrity of the sport.
Claims of overlooked boxing talent
He further claimed that several boxers had reached out to him, expressing frustration after allegedly being denied opportunities to participate in Vurugu 2. According to him, some aspiring fighters were turned away because they lacked popularity despite having boxing experience.
“A lot of boxers have reached out to me. They told me that they tried to apply for participation in Vurugu 2. They were denied a chance because they were nobody. From what I’m seeing, we are killing talent,” he stated.
Mosiria urged Obinna to work with boxing professionals in future editions of the event to ensure deserving athletes are given opportunities to showcase their skills.
“Obinna, stop killing talent. What you are doing is good, but if you must do this for Vurugu, engage the experts to identify the real boxers who can come and participate,” he added.
Arrow Bwoy’s fight raised concerns
Mosiria also referenced musician Arrow Bwoy’s recent boxing match, saying it highlighted the dangers of placing inexperienced individuals in competitive fights. He pointed to Arrow Bwoy’s loss against Ugandan opponent Shakib and suggested that musicians and content creators should focus on their areas of expertise.
“Arrow Boy, go to the gym. Focus on the gym and music. Boxing is not for you. You were beaten and embarrassed in front of Nadia,” he said.
Appeal to protect the sport
In his closing remarks, Mosiria maintained that his criticism was not aimed at stopping the event but at safeguarding the future of Kenyan boxing.He argued that boxing offers opportunities for young people and should not lose its competitive value in favour of entertainment.
“We are killing Kenyan boxing. We have serious boxers who would like to be given such an opportunity to participate and earn from this sporting activity,” he said.
Mosiria also claimed that former participant Majemba withdrew from Vurugu 2 after becoming uncomfortable with how the event was being handled. “Let’s not kill this sporting activity. Let’s not kill the dreams of young people who want to join boxing and even fight internationally. Because what I am seeing now is a big joke,” he concluded.
His remarks have since sparked debate online, with some agreeing that professional boxers deserve more opportunities, while others argue that Vurugu was created primarily as an entertainment event rather than a professional boxing competition.
