The nutty drama that followed Duncan Khaemba after viral ‘freemasonry’ interview.

NTV political journalist Duncan Khaemba investigated the aftermath of his groundbreaking interview with lawyer and Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier on Freemasonry.

The 60-minute session revealed the secretive society, left a profound impact on Khaemba’s life. He recounted the two-month persistence it took to secure Rachier’s commitment.

“I patiently waited for two months then began looking for the interviewee again; calls went unanswered, texts as well. I was on the verge of throwing in the towel when the busy lawyer picked up my call. It was on a Monday, and he again apologized and gave me a Friday midmorning appointment,” explained Khaemba.’

Walking into his boss Joe Ageyo’s office, he vividly recalled the reaction. “You mean he has agreed to give a TV interview?” Ageyo asked, granting the green light.

On the day of the interview, they opted for a Q&A session, introducing a second videographer. The sensitive nature of the topic and Rachier’s cautious approach presented challenges in arranging the interview.

The day arrived, and Khaemba, accompanied by a videographer, engaged in a tense Q&A session with Rachier at his office.

The lawyer established rules, showcasing exclusive Freemason literature, adding an air of mystery to the interview.

The promo clip ignited intense public interest, making Khaemba the focal point both inside and outside the office. Three months into NTV, Khaemba found himself thrust into Freemasonry conversations.

A team of evangelical leaders’ prayers at State House the previous Sunday allegedly connected to the interview heightened the intrigue.

The “dark world” fighting back, rumours of the underworld emerging, and colleagues questioning his identity marked the lead-up to the interview’s public release.

As the interview hit the public domain, Khaemba faced a surge in attention, with recognition from local church congregants, memes, trending hashtags, and a flood of messages. Blocking calls but unable to stem the text influx, Khaemba navigated heightened visibility.

Daily Nation’s publication intensified the situation, prompting a call from Rachier expressing frustration over being featured and facing public scrutiny.

Khaemba explained the era of multimedia journalism to Rachier, where content acquired is disseminated across all platforms.

Rachier’s fury stemmed from relatives and friends contacting him after reading about him. 

The fallout extended beyond media circles, with Rachier’s business partner and Gor Mahia Football Club distancing themselves, and fake images circulated to tarnish his reputation further.

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