Host of the NTV's Wicked Edition Dr. King'ori has refuted rumors suggesting that he had a disagreement with NTV bosses, leading to his departure from the station after seven years.
Addressing the matter on Friday, January 12, during his final hosting of The Wicked Edition show, the comedian dismissed the claims as untrue and misleading. Dr. King'ori clarified that numerous individuals had reached out to him following reports that Nation Media Group (NMG) was suspending all editorial shows.
Nevertheless, King'ori emphasized that The Wicked Edition was not classified as an editorial show.
The comedian conveyed to the audience that the choice to step down was a personal decision he had made.
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“The Wicked Edition is not an editorial show and our relationship with NTV has been nothing but the best. For the 10 years I have been with Nation, I leave with nothing but the good vibes,” Dr King’ori stated.
“The decision that this be our last episode at NTV is purely personal,” Dr King’ori.
During his sign-off, the comedian highlighted some of his accomplishments, including collaborating with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNCHR) to provide a second chance at life for a million displaced persons in the country.
Dr. King’ori had previously released a statement on Friday, officially announcing his departure. Over the course of hosting more than 300 episodes on TV, The Wicked Edition garnered over 70 million views on YouTube, solidifying its position as the longest-running satire show on Kenyan television.
“Since its inception, The Wicked Edition has grown to be the satire show par excellence in Kenya. This is thanks to the unwavering support from you our beloved viewer. Your patronage propelled us to great heights, earning us recognition at the prestigious Kalasha Awards and a nomination for the best performance in TV comedy and the best TV Comedy in Kenya for the upcoming 2024 edition.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude towards NTV Kenya for being our nurturing home – a platform where creativity was met with opportunity. To every member of the creative team, crew and every guest on each episode your passion and talent have been the cornerstone of our success. Your dedication shone through each episode of The Wicked Edition that we have shared with the world,” stated Dr. King'ori.
However, he did not disclose his next career move but encouraged his followers to stay tuned to his YouTube channel for updates.
“This journey, while ending with NTV Kenya, is set for a new beginning as we expand our reach, venture into greater creative endeavours and continue delivering value-laden content to our fans across East Africa and beyond. And as we chart new courses and explore fresh narratives, we invite you to join us through the plot twists.”
