Obinna explains what he saw in Rwanda that changed his view of Kenya
By Katemarthason Okudo, June 29, 2026Content creator and media personality Oga Obinna has sparked debate online after sharing his observations following a recent visit to Rwanda, saying Kenya’s leadership reflects the choices and behaviour of its citizens.
Speaking in a video shared on his Instagram page on Monday, June 29, 2026, Obinna said his experience in Rwanda made him realise that development is not only driven by the government but also by how citizens take responsibility for their country.
According to him, Rwanda’s progress is the result of a partnership between leaders and the people, something he believes Kenya still struggles to achieve.
Obinna says responsibility starts with citizens
While comparing the two countries, Obinna argued that many Kenyans are quick to blame leaders but often fail to play their own part in protecting public resources and maintaining order. He pointed to cases of vandalised road signs, littering and poor care for public property as examples of habits that continue to hold the country back.
“I just came back from Rwanda, and I learned a few things. But the main lesson I took is that in Kenya, we deserve the leadership we have. We deserve the leaders we have,” he said.
He added that in Rwanda, citizens appear to take shared responsibility for the cleanliness and organisation of their communities.
Rwanda’s order and cleanliness stood out
Obinna said he was impressed by how clean different parts of Rwanda were during his visit, noting that the same level of order extended beyond the capital city. He also praised the discipline he observed among road users, saying traffic rules appeared to be respected by both motorists and motorcycle riders.
According to him, he did not see motorcycle riders or passengers travelling without helmets, adding that such discipline benefits the public more than the government. “There is no single boda boda rider without a helmet, and neither are the passengers. That is not for the government; it is for your own safety,” he stated.
He further noted that public facilities and road infrastructure were well maintained, saying citizens appeared committed to protecting what had been put in place.
Leadership and elections
Obinna also turned his attention to Kenyan politics, arguing that voters have a responsibility to elect leaders who reflect the values they want to see in the country.
He said many people complain about poor leadership but later vote for individuals whose character they already question. “Even now, we are heading towards another election. The same people complaining today will still vote for leaders they know are not morally upright, then come back and complain again,” he mentioned.
The content creator maintained that meaningful change will require both responsible leadership and citizens who are willing to respect the law, protect public property and play an active role in improving their communities.
His remarks have since generated discussion online, with some agreeing that citizens have a role to play in nation-building, while others argued that governments must first provide effective leadership and public services before expecting greater civic responsibility.