“I Want To Sell My Kidney To Buy My Man a Car on Valentine’s,” Says Kenyan Lady.
A Kenyan lady from Bungoma has set social media abuzz after boldly claiming that she is willing to sell her kidney in order to buy her boyfriend a brand-new car for Valentine’s Day. The statement, made in a viral Instagram video, has sparked widespread reactions online, with many Kenyans expressing shock, disbelief, concern, and amusement in equal measure.
In the clip, the young woman confidently explains that Valentine’s Day is a special moment for lovers and that she wants to go above and beyond to prove her love. According to her, buying her man a car would be the ultimate expression of commitment, even if it means sacrificing one of her organs. Her dramatic declaration quickly attracted thousands of views, comments, and shares, turning the video into a trending topic across multiple platforms.
Social media users were quick to weigh in. While some praised her loyalty and jokingly described her as “wife material,” many others urged her to rethink the idea, warning that selling a kidney is illegal, dangerous, and life-threatening. Several commenters questioned whether the statement was genuine or simply a stunt meant to gain attention, followers, or online clout ahead of Valentine’s season.
Medical experts and activists also joined the conversation, reminding the public that organ selling is prohibited in Kenya and can lead to serious health complications, long-term medical issues, and even death. They emphasized that love should never require self-harm or irreversible sacrifices.
The incident has once again highlighted how far people are willing to go for viral fame or romantic validation in the age of social media. Whether serious or exaggerated, the Bungoma lady’s statement has ignited an important discussion about love, boundaries, and the pressure to perform grand gestures online, especially during Valentine’s Day.
Here is the link to the Instagram video.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUWPJlCDJWl/?igsh=azJlMjFwZGlrOWxh
