In a significant turn of events, Kennedy Mmoya has issued a formal retraction regarding his earlier public commentary on a business transaction involving prominent politician and businessman, Chief Olisa Metuh.
In a statement released on Friday, Mmoya expressed regret over the initial publication, describing it as a product of “deep frustration and emotional agitation” rather than a deliberate attempt to malign or defame Chief Metuh.
“The publication was done in a moment of deep frustration and emotional agitation, and not with the intent to malign, defame, or diminish the person or public image of Chief Olisa Metuh,” Mmoya stated.
He acknowledged Chief Metuh’s longstanding public reputation, noting that while the original issue stemmed from a misunderstanding, his approach in taking the matter public was ill-advised.
“Chief Metuh, over the years, has built a reputation as a respected political figure and businessman, and I recognize that such a public portrayal—no matter how factual the background—could be misinterpreted as a calculated attempt to damage that reputation. That was never the objective,” he said.
Mmoya went further to admit that the dispute should have been handled privately and expressed regret for any unintended consequences the publication might have caused.
“At the heart of the matter was a personal and business misunderstanding that ought to have been resolved through private dialogue and not public airing,” he admitted. “I acknowledge that taking it to the public space, especially in the tone it was presented, was both hasty and inappropriate.”
He emphasized that his actions were not meant to endanger any existing personal or professional ties.
“It is also important to state that any existing business or social relationships between the parties are valued and were never meant to be jeopardized by the report,” he added.
Concluding the retraction, Mmoya offered a sincere apology to Chief Metuh and his associates.
“This retraction is made without prejudice, in good faith, and with a strong desire to encourage reconciliation and restore mutual respect between all parties involved.
I regret any distress or embarrassment the initial publication may have caused Chief Metuh and his associates, and I take full responsibility for the lapse in judgment.”
The statement was signed by Kennedy Mmoya and is seen by many as a reconciliatory gesture aimed at mending fences and preserving mutual respect.
