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Actor and content creator Martin Githinji, popularly known as Daddie Marto, has broken his silence to address the timeline of his separation from his wife and the events leading up to a highly publicised confrontation.
In a detailed statement shared on social media, Marto said he has lost a great deal emotionally and personally, but chose to stay silent for months in an effort to protect the dignity of those involved.
I lost my family as I knew it. I’ve been grieving and in therapy. But silence, I’ve come to learn, does not protect you from being misunderstood.
He went on to give a chronological breakdown of the separation, co-parenting arrangements, and what really happened on what he termed the night in question.
December 2024: The separation begins
Marto revealed that the separation process officially began at the end of 2024. He said that after months of internal conflict and reflection, he made the decision to end the marriage in December.
My former partner and I separated in December 2024, initially hoping for resolution. By March 2025, we were done. I moved out by the end of April, choosing to remain close for the children's convenience, a mutual agreement.
He stated that the decision was not made lightly and was the result of sustained difficulties in the relationship. While the situation was still private at the time, Marto explained that the emotional weight was already setting in.
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Daddie Marto with his wife Christine Kokundeera
End of April 2024: Moving out but remaining present
By the end of April 2024, Marto said he had moved out of their shared home but continued to support his children and household responsibilities from a distance.
He made it clear that this was a mutual decision and not the result of any forced removal or legal dispute.
I moved out by the end of April, choosing to remain close for the children's convenience, a mutual agreement. In May 2025, we drafted and agreed on a joint public statement to be released when the time felt right. This is documented.
He emphasised that his decision to keep paying for the house was not out of coercion but an intentional choice to ensure stability for the children.
March 2024: Finalising the separation
By March 2024, Marto said it had become evident to both him and his ex-partner that the marriage could not be salvaged.
They began transitioning into a formal co-parenting arrangement that prioritised their two children’s wellbeing.
By the end of March, we were fully separated. We had agreed on how to co-parent and I made it clear that I wanted to stay as present as possible.
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Daddie Marto with his wife Christine Kokundeera
He added that during this period, he was still regularly visiting his children and maintaining communication.
June 2024: The night of confrontation
In June 2024, the situation took a dramatic turn when details emerged online about a confrontation between Marto and his ex-partner. In his statement, Marto referred to this as the night in question and gave his version of what happened.
That night was not random. It was part of a wider context of miscommunication and frustration. But I did not raise my hand or physically abuse anyone.
He maintained that the events of that night were misrepresented online and that important context was omitted from public narratives.
He confirmed that evidence, including communication logs and witness statements, has been submitted to relevant authorities.
On the evening in question, I returned home with a friend and was confronted at my door while a video call was underway. The interaction quickly became heated. For safety, I secured my friend inside, spoke briefly to the person on the call, and began recording.
This was a practice I had been advised to follow in therapy for situations without neutral witnesses. While attempting to move the exchange away from the entrance, I experienced repeated physical contact.
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Daddie Marto and wife Koku Lwanga
On silence, responsibility, and emotional loss
Marto also addressed why he had chosen not to respond sooner despite the growing speculation and online attacks.
I chose silence because I thought it was the mature thing to do. But silence has cost me a lot. I’ve lost reputation, peace and a sense of fairness.
He acknowledged that while he was not a perfect husband, he would not accept being labelled as abusive or manipulative without facts.
“I own my mistakes, but I will not carry what is not mine,” he said.
August 2024: Seeking legal redress and moving forward
By mid-2024, Marto said he had officially involved legal counsel and filed reports with authorities regarding defamatory posts and false accusations.
“The matter is now with the authorities. I have chosen to pursue this through the legal system, not social media,” he wrote.
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Actor Martin Githinji popularly known as Daddie Marto poses for a photo.
He concluded by asking the public to be more cautious in how they interpret private matters shared online, especially when only one side of the story is available.