Musician Willy Paul has reported that his liquor store in Nairobi was raided on Thursday night by what he described as a group of “hired goons.”
In a statement shared on his Instagram page, the artist said the group broke into his business premises, vandalised property, and stole expensive liquor.
"My shop was targeted by a group of hired goons who attempted to create the impression that the attack was carried out by students. In reality, their sole intention was theft,” he wrote.
“They broke into the shop, stole merchandise, including some expensive alcohol, and even tried to steal the CCTV hard drive but were unsuccessful.”
Willy Paul said the attackers also caused significant damage to his property, including broken windows and damage to his car, but confirmed that no one was injured during the incident.
He added that the matter had been reported to the police and that investigations were already underway to identify and arrest those behind the break-in.
“The police have been notified. Investigations are already underway, and we are working closely with the authorities to apprehend those responsible,” he said.
Despite the losses, the artist assured fans and customers that his business, The Bar Next Door (BND), remains open and fully operational.
“I also want to let you know that our business remains open, and we appreciate your continued support during this time,” he stated.
The break-in occurred just hours before Willy Paul’s scheduled performance at the Mazingira Day Party, set to take place at the same venue later on Friday night.
Fans expressed support for the artist in the comments section, many urging authorities to bring the culprits to book.
The singer, known for hits such as Sitolia, Umeme, and Jigi Jigi, has in recent years diversified into business, launching The Bar Next Door as part of his investment ventures in Nairobi’s entertainment scene.
Police are yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
The incident comes a few days after actor, filmmaker, and content creator Abel Mutua was robbed in Kahawa West on Tuesday.
Mutua recounted the ordeal, saying he was ambushed by a group of young men who robbed him of his iPhone 16 Pro Max and Bose headphones.
He said the assailants were armed with knives but chose not to physically harm him.
“The young men at Kahawa West welcomed me to the city on October 7, 2025,” Mutua said.
“iPhone 16 Pro Max, Bose headphones gone, but the important thing is that despite the massive knives they were carrying, they spared my life.”
The incident unfolded in an area that added a chilling layer of fear.
According to Mutua, the robbery happened right across from the Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH) morgue.
“They jumped me right across from the KUTRRH morgue. Had they decided otherwise, I could have woken up in a fridge today,” he said, highlighting how close the encounter came to turning fatal.
In Kenya, robbery is a serious criminal offence under the Penal Code (Cap 63), which prescribes severe punishment for offenders.
Robbery attracts a penalty of up to 14 years in prison, while robbery with violence, which involves the use or threat of weapons, being in the company of others, or causing harm, is punishable by death or life imprisonment.
