Popular forex trader Kenyan Prince says laws are only for poor folks in Kenya, stirring up a massive online storm with his bold claim that wealthy people like him can break rules without facing real trouble. The 23-year-old millionaire, known for his flashy lifestyle and social media flexes, dropped the line in a video that’s gone viral, telling Kenyans to chase money if they want to taste the sweet side of life.
“Kenyan laws only work on poor people. Mimi si maskini, so nikibreak law hakuna mahali nitapelekwa. Wakenya tafuteni pesa ndio mjue utamu wa maisha,” he said, grinning like he just shared the secret to everything. It’s the kind of statement that makes you pause and think – is he onto something, or just bragging too hard?
This all kicked off when Prince posted about driving his fancy cars around Nairobi without number plates. He didn’t hide it; in fact, he owned it, saying rules like that don’t stick to guys with deep pockets. Pictures show him cruising in sleek rides – think Mercedes or BMWs – minus the required tags, and he laughed off any heat, claiming poverty is what gets you caught.
Social media blew up right away. Some laughed along, sharing memes about how the rich play by different books.
Prince isn’t new to controversy. He’s built a name as a young hustler in the forex world, turning trades into serious cash while still in his early twenties. Videos of him showing off bundles of notes or new wheels pull in thousands of views on TikTok and Instagram.
Fans love his rags-to-riches vibe – he talks about starting small and grinding up. But critics say this latest rant crosses a line, painting a picture where money buys immunity.
One post on Threads nailed it: “He’s sparked debate because deep down, we all know there’s truth in it – look at how big shots dodge court while small-time offenders rot.” Yeah, that hits close.
Take a step back, and it’s easy to see why his words sting. Kenya’s got a rep for uneven justice – stories of politicians or tycoons walking free after scandals while a matatu driver gets slapped with fines for minor stuff.
Prince’s clip, shared on YouTube as a short, has racked up comments like “Sad but true” or “This guy’s ego is bigger than his bank.” Even on Instagram, where he flaunts his wins, followers split: some cheer him as a motivator, urging broke viewers to level up, while others slam him for ignoring how hard it is to climb out of poverty here.
He’s not stopping at cars without plates. In the same breath, Prince hinted at bigger ideas, like how the government might one day punish the lazy or broke with actual beatings to push them harder.
Wild, right? It sounds like something from a dystopian movie, but he said it straight-faced, tying it back to his point that laws favour those who can afford to bend them. Police haven’t commented yet on his plateless drives, but if past cases are any guide, nothing might come of it unless public pressure builds.
Online, the divide runs deep. A Facebook post from a news page got over a thousand shares, with users debating if wealth really shields you. “He’s right – see how tenders go to connected people, no questions asked,” one wrote.
Another countered, “This mindset keeps corruption alive; we need equal rules for all.” K24 ran a piece calling it a wake-up on class gaps, noting how Prince’s flex exposes frustrations many feel but don’t say out loud.
At 23, Prince represents that new wave of young Kenyans making quick fortunes through trading apps and online ventures. He pushes the hustle narrative hard – get rich, live free.
But his message rubs some the wrong way, especially in a time when economic hits like rising costs bite hardest at the bottom. “Tafuteni pesa” sounds easy from a millionaire’s mouth, but for a mama mboga or boda rider, it’s a grind with no guarantees.
Threads exploded with takes, one saying he’s divided the net yet again with his “rich are above laws” vibe. Mpasho News tweeted about it too, highlighting the split opinions. Will this blow over like his other posts, or push talks on reforming how justice works? Activists might jump in, using it to call for fairer systems.
Prince keeps posting, undeterred. His latest? More tips on forex wins, mixed with luxury snaps. Love him or hate him, he’s got attention locked. For Kenyans watching, it’s a reminder: money talks, but so do the masses online. If there is enough pushback, maybe even the rich will feel the heat.
