The shocking news of Kenyan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei’s death has sent waves across the internet, with many expressing outrage and sadness over the brutal circumstances surrounding her passing.
Cheptegei’s boyfriend allegedly set her on fire, leading to her tragic demise.
BBNaija star Phyna weighed in on the conversation, sharing a personal anecdote about her own past experience with an abusive relationship. In a tweet, Phyna wrote about embracing her single life and moving on from a toxic partnership, while also paying tribute to Cheptegei and acknowledging the dangers of love.
https://x.com/unusualphyna/status/1831667401651278022?t=Il_2c1k91I7fn4B1ZL9psg&s=19
However, Phyna’s comments sparked a mixed reaction from netizens, with some criticizing her for seemingly making the tragedy about her own experience. Despite her tweet aligning with the online discourse, many felt that Phyna’s personal reflection was insensitive and attention-seeking.
0ga81123 wrote, “Phyna but you were the one abusing groovy and beating the boy now..”
big_kush wrote, “If you love the wrong person if you’re not careful you will loose urself”
lilian_gifty042 wrote, “Shut up na you Dey go after those boys, you look more cute when you shut up”
big_mooh wrote, “Better face nollywood”
adeoluolatomide wrote, “There’s no point staying in an abusive relationship. No, it doesn’t “rain” everywhere. You deserve
better!”
mickeyspride wrote, “As i dey so,if i dey date u and u break ordinary ashe tray cos u dey
vex,omo na bye bye…if u like u fine like beyonce,get voice like Mariah Carey,carry yansh like Nicki Minaj..”
d6th1 wrote, “Na you for kpai am this comment should be coming from him just kidding”
