Comedian-turned-activist Eric Omondi has addressed his co-parenting relationship with journalist Jacque Maribe, shedding light on past controversies and explaining why the pair decided to keep their personal matters off social media.
Omondi and Maribe share a son, but in 2021, Eric sparked widespread debate when he claimed he was not the biological father. The statement left fans and followers confused, and Maribe publicly labeled him a deadbeat dad, accusing him of failing to support their child. At the time, Eric revealed that Maribe had denied him and their son the opportunity to conduct a DNA test. He maintained he would take responsibility for the child if the test was allowed.
The two met in 2012 while working at Radio Africa Group, with Eric at Radio Jambo and Maribe at Kiss TV. They developed a close friendship before becoming co-parents. In a recent interview on the Iko Nini podcast, Eric explained how they resolved their disagreements and agreed to handle their relationship privately.
He revealed that Maribe requested they stop airing personal issues publicly. “We met at Radio Jambo; she was at Kiss TV. We were besties. Jacque is my boy; even to this day, we are boys. On co-parenting, it’s going on well. I spoke with her yesterday or today. There is a lot to this story, but at one point, I called her and told her that we should assume the story. She told me, ‘Eric, I should not see you on Mpasho or Pulse.’ We agreed that we would not talk about it,” he said.
Omondi admitted that their online disputes could negatively affect their son. “We had that conversation because we were doing a lot of damage. The kid is growing up and he will see all of these. So she called me, and she said, ‘Let’s agree on one thing.’ There is a story she and I know. We also have our fights, so I promised her I would not talk,” he added.
Eric Omondi remains one of Kenya’s most popular comedians, and his decision to manage co-parenting privately reflects a focus on protecting his child from public scrutiny. The revelation highlights the challenges of navigating parenthood and public life while maintaining respect and responsibility.
