Watch James Opande trending Video With Marion Naipei
Twenty-two-year-old Marion Naipei has spoken out after videos allegedly leaked by her boyfriend, US-based Kenyan content creator James Opande, went viral on social media. The clips, labeled “Part 1” and “Part 2,” show Marion visibly intoxicated at a Nairobi nightclub. She said the incident left her shocked and struggling to process what had happened.
Marion addressed the situation on social media, asking for privacy as she heals and thanking those who have supported her. “As the person affected, I’m still trying to come to terms with what happened,” she wrote. “I’m grateful for the support, and I hope my story can help others in similar situations. It’s tough, but I’m taking it one step at a time.” She accompanied the message with hashtags such as #JusticeForMyself and #HealingJourney.
Sources close to the family clarified that the woman in the viral videos is Marion Naipei from Kajiado County, not Irene Wanjiku from Kiambu, as earlier speculated online. Marion, a mother of one, is from Kajiado East constituency.
The videos surfaced earlier this week. In the first clip, Opande is seen filming Marion as she dances and stumbles, at one point lifting her dress slightly — an action that sparked widespread criticism online. The second clip captures a conversation between the two, with Marion slurring her words and laughing, seemingly unaware of the implications of being recorded.
Opande, who resides in the United States and is married, posted the videos himself. He is known for sharing content from Kenya, but his actions in this case raised serious questions around consent, respect, and privacy. While some online users dismissed the clips as harmless club moments, many condemned him for publicly sharing private footage that appeared to humiliate Marion.
The videos quickly spread across TikTok and Instagram, garnering thousands of views and triggering divided reactions. While some viewers treated the clips lightly, others criticized Opande and called for accountability, igniting broader discussions about nightlife culture, filming in clubs, and the ethics of sharing such content online.
Opande has not publicly responded to the backlash, though his social media pages remain active. His silence, coupled with his marital status, has further fueled online debate.
The incident has renewed conversations about privacy in social spaces, particularly in Nairobi’s nightlife scene, where phone recordings frequently go viral. Many have emphasized the importance of consent and awareness, warning that moments captured for entertainment can have lasting emotional consequences.
Marion’s decision to speak out has been widely praised as courageous. As she focuses on healing privately, her story has resonated with many and strengthened calls for respect, accountability, and thoughtful online behavior.