Ezekiel Mutual Takes Strong Stance Against Viral 'Yesu Ninyandue' Song
The recent release of the track 'Yesu Ninyandue' by William Getumbe has sparked a wave of anger and disapproval throughout Kenya, particularly within the Christian community.
The contentious song has drawn criticism for its perceived disrespect towards Christianity, causing religious leaders and concerned individuals to heavily censure it. Music Copyright of Kenya(MSCK) CEO Ezekiel Mutua has publicly voiced his displeasure over the song's apparent blasphemy. On February 15, Mutua uploaded a statement on Social media slamming the song and requesting its immediate removal from all digital platforms. Mutua described the song as "madness".
Dr Mutua has continued to lament the decline of cultural principles and the acceptance of immoral behaviour in exchange for attention and popularity. He highlights the need to engage in an open and truthful dialogue about the content Kenyans consume. This discussion must occur at various levels, ranging from personal to communal, and even on a nationwide basis. He affirms that the country will not allow this chaos to become the accepted standard.
According to the CEO, it is disheartening to witness the acceptance and normalization of unethical, peculiar, and offensive material in the media and on social platforms in Kenya. He says that a troubling pattern has emerged where sensationalism and the shock factor outweigh ethical principles. This results in the celebration of wrongdoing and the deterioration of virtuous values. He highlights that the country has reached a stage where immoral, strange, and offensive content and conduct are no longer exceptional, but rather routine.
He laments that the present way of life is being reinforced by a society that tolerates everything and overlooks nothing. He adds that this is amplified by a flawed value proposition which applauds wickedness while disdaining and relegating virtuous behaviours. Such a defunct system deserves rejection, says MSCK's CEO. Ezekiel voices concern about how people are utilizing the media as a platform to exercise their right to freedom of expression. He highlights a troubling trend where individuals are creating and consuming content that encourages blasphemy and rebellion within society.
"We are a sick society provoking the wrath of God. We have allowed indiscipline and blasphemy on our media in the name of freedom of expression," says Ezekiel Mutua.