Eugenia West’s Russian apartment visit has Kenyan social media in a frenzy, with the TikTok sensation coming clean about her encounter with the controversial Russian content creator, swearing it was all innocent fun.
Eugenia West, the 24-year-old Nairobi-based influencer known for her dance videos and lifestyle tips, went live on TikTok Thursday night to set the record straight. In a raw session, she admitted she’d been to the apartment of Yaytseslav, the Russian traveller whose street-flirting videos have stirred up storms across Africa.
“Yes, I went there,” she said, her voice steady but eyes darting a bit. “But listen, nothing bad went down. We just hung out, laughed, and shared stories. That’s it.” Her words landed like a splash in a puddle – ripples everywhere, from supportive cheers to sceptical side-eyes.
This isn’t some random hookup tale. Yaytseslav, whose full name is Yevgeny but goes by that quirky handle online, has been hopping from Ghana to Kenya, filming himself chatting up women in markets and malls. His clips mix charm with creepiness – compliments one second, camera in faces the next.
Some videos show him scoring phone numbers or invites back to his Airbnb. But lately, the backlash has grown. Accusations flew that he was sharing private footage without permission, turning light moments into viral embarrassments. In Kenya, women’s rights groups called it out as a red flag on consent, and now Eugenia’s name is tangled in the mess.
She didn’t hold back in her life. Dressed in a simple white tee and jeans, sitting cross-legged on her bed with fairy lights twinkling behind her, Eugenia explained how it started. Yaytseslav spotted her at a Westlands cafe, camera rolling as always. He complimented her energy and asked about her TikToks.
Flattered? Maybe a little. Curious? Definitely. Before long, she was at his place for what she calls a casual chat over tea. “He showed me his travel photos; we talked about Moscow winters versus Nairobi heat,” she recalled with a small laugh. “It felt normal, like meeting a new friend abroad. “No drinks, no pressure,” she stressed – just vibes and a quick goodbye.
Fans jumped in the comments right away. “Queen, own your story!” one wrote, heart emojis flying. But others weren’t so kind. “Why go at all? Girl, think,” shot back another. Eugenia saw it coming and addressed the haters head-on. “Don’t judge me harshly,” she pleaded.
“I’m one of many he’s approached. Some said no like pros; others got curious. I chose fun, not folly.” Her plea hit home for some, sparking threads on how young women navigate these tourist traps in a city buzzing with outsiders.
Digging deeper, this ties into a pattern that’s got Kenya talking. Yaytseslav’s been in the country two weeks, posting daily from spots like Uhuru Park and Karen. His follower count spiked after Ghana clips went viral, but so did the complaints.
Last month, a Nairobi woman shared how he twisted her polite decline into a “feisty” edit that mocked her. Now, with Eugenia speaking out, more stories are surfacing.
A quick scroll through social media shows at least five others admitting similar invites, most swearing it stayed platonic. One even joked, “His apartment’s nicer than mine – free tour, no strings.”
Eugenia’s no stranger to the spotlight. She blew up last year with a viral challenge blending Gengetone beats and ballet moves, landing brand deals with local fashion lines. At 24, she’s built a community of 500,000 followers who see her as the fun, fearless type.
This slip-up? It’s testing that image. In her life, she teared up once, wiping her eyes quickly. “I hate how one choice paints you,” she said. “We all make calls in the moment. Mine was harmless.” Supporters rallied, sharing their own “what if” moments from travels or apps.
The Russian side? Crickets so far. Yaytseslav’s last post was a montage of Kenyan sunsets, with no mention of the drama. But insiders whisper he’s aware, maybe even editing a response.
One host on Home Radio called her “brave for owning it”, while another warned about the risks of mixing fame with strangers.
This whole saga says something about our connected world. A quick chat turns into a national headline because phones never sleep. For young creators like Eugenia, it’s a tightrope: stay relatable or risk the roast.
She’s already teasing a follow-up video, promising more on boundaries and gut checks. “Lesson learned,” she signed off. “But I’m still me—dancing through it.”
As Sunday rolls in, searches for Eugenia West’s Russian apartment visit are climbing. TikTok’s algorithm loves the tea, pushing her old fun clips alongside the confession.
Will it boost or bust her? Early signs point to the former – views are up 30%. In a city where everyone’s hustling for that next collab, her honesty might just be the hook that keeps her shining.
One thing’s sure: Kenya’s not done chatting. From matatu debates to dinner tables, it’s the story that’s got everyone weighing in. Eugenia West stepped into the light, owned her night, and walked out wiser. In the end, that’s more than most manage when the camera’s off.
