Singer Lady Mariam (Mariam Kemigisha) is firing off a serious warning to event promoter Nobat Events after she says he made “bitter” and disrespectful remarks about Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro, wife of musician Eddy Kenzo.
Speaking with the kind of blunt urgency that has made her a headline-grabbing figure in Uganda’s music scene, Lady Mariam demanded a public apology and threatened to rally women to confront the promoter if he refuses to retract his statements. Her message was short, fierce, and unmistakable:
“We have been disrespected for a long time, and enough is enough. As women, we are going to rise if Nobat doesn’t apologize to Hon. Nyamutoro.”
Her statement punctuates what has become a heated public row connected to Nobat’s fallout with Eddy Kenzo — a dispute that Lady Mariam insists should never involve Nyamutoro.
What Sparked the Row? The Heart of the Accusation
According to Lady Mariam, Nobat dragged Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro — a public figure and spouse of Eddy Kenzo — into his dispute with the musician by making “bitter” remarks that crossed a line. While the details of the original comments weren’t fully repeated in her public appeal, Lady Mariam made clear she sees the attack as personal and unacceptable.
The singer’s reaction reflects broader outrage over women and children being involved in public feuds — a boundary she says must not be crossed.
“I get particularly upset when a man attacks a woman and children,” she said, warning Nobat to stop dragging Nyamutoro into his disputes with Eddy Kenzo.
A Warning With Teeth: “You Could End Up Beaten to Pulp”
Lady Mariam didn’t speak in whispers. She issued a stern, even violent-sounding warning aimed at the promoter:
If Nobat fails to apologize, she will mobilize fellow women to confront him… “He could land in trouble and end up being beaten to pulp.”
Those words are dramatic and will certainly intensify the public conversation. Whether they’re meant as literal threat or as a hyperbolic expression of how seriously she takes the insult, the sentiment is clear: Lady Mariam is prepared to escalate if she feels the slight is not addressed.
Why This Matters: Reputation, Respect, and Women in the Spotlight
Several bigger themes intersect in this conflict:
- Public respect for women: Lady Mariam’s intervention frames the issue as a gendered affront — not merely celebrity gossip, but a systemic problem where women connected to public figures are dragged into feuds.
- Boundaries in public disputes: She’s pushing back on the idea that family members — especially spouses and children — should be used as collateral in celebrity rows.
- Celebrity accountability: By demanding a public apology, Lady Mariam is calling for visible accountability, not a private, behind-closed-doors fix.
Her stance taps into growing conversations about online harassment, the weaponization of personal relationships in public disputes, and the responsibility of promoters and public figures to avoid toxic rhetoric.
Public Reaction: Support, Concern, and a Call for Calm
News of Lady Mariam’s demand is already trending in social feeds and celebrity circles. Reactions are mixed:
- Supporters praise her for defending Nyamutoro and assert she’s standing up for women who are unfairly targeted.
- Critics worry that her call to “mobilize” could escalate tensions and produce real-world confrontation.
- Neutral observers call for cooler heads — asking for a public clarification from Nobat Events and a peaceful resolution.
Regardless, Lady Mariam’s statement has dramatically raised the stakes of what may once have been a private disagreement between Nobat and Eddy Kenzo.
Where This Could Go Next
Here are the most likely next moves in this unfolding story:
- Public apology: Nobat Events could issue a public apology to Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro to diffuse tensions.
- Statement from Nyamutoro or Eddy Kenzo: Either could choose to respond — either to accept an apology or to call for legal/official measures if the remarks were defamatory.
- Escalation: If no apology arrives, Lady Mariam’s pledge to mobilize could trigger protests, public demonstrations, or further media stunts — increasing scrutiny on all parties.
- Mediation: Industry elders or mutual connections might step in to mediate and broker a face-saving resolution.
The Bigger Picture: Celebrity Feuds and the Cost of Public Drama
This incident is more than entertainment page fodder — it’s a case study in how celebrity culture, personal reputation, and public sentiment collide. When promoters, artists, and public figures trade barbs, the ripple effects can be wide:
- Brand partners may distance themselves.
- Concerts or events linked to the feuding parties might be affected.
- The public may grow fatigued or polarized, turning what could have been an industry dispute into a headline about character and respect.
Lady Mariam’s demand for an apology isn’t just about one insult — it’s about drawing a line in how public discourse treats women connected to male stars.
Lady Mariam’s Final Word: “We Will Rise”
The singer closed her message with a rallying cry for women’s dignity and respect:
“We have been disrespected for a long time, and enough is enough… As women, we are going to rise if Nobat doesn’t apologize to Hon. Nyamutoro.”
Whether that rise takes the form of social media pressure, public demonstrations, or industry intervention remains to be seen — but one thing is certain: Lady Mariam has made it clear she won’t let this matter slide.
What do you think — should Nobat publicly apologize to Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro, or is this just celebrity drama?
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