Julius Kiprop
Summary:
- Pilot Nyako, a popular and controversial TikToker, has announced a break from the platform after struggling to regain her fame post-leak of private videos.
- Despite spending Ksh. 5.6 million on gifting others, she now receives minimal engagement and no gifts from her followers during live sessions.
Pilot Nyako, one of Kenya’s most controversial and celebrated TikTokers, has opened up about her struggles to reclaim her fame on the platform. Since her private videos were leaked, Nyako’s fortunes on TikTok have taken a nosedive, leaving her in a battle to stay relevant.
Once hailed as the “President of TikTok,” Nyako used to attract massive audiences during her live sessions, regularly receiving gifts from her followers. At the height of her popularity, she made over Ksh. 100,000 from a single live session. However, things have changed drastically.
The video leak tarnished her reputation, and rising competition from influencers like Pastor Kanyari, Chofri, and Akothee has contributed to her decline. Today, only about 500 people watch her live streams, and she no longer receives the gifts that once poured in.
In her final message to her fans, Nyako revealed that she has spent over £40,000 (approximately Ksh. 5.6 million) on gifting others during her time on the platform. Despite her generous contributions, the support has dwindled, leaving her disillusioned.
Nyako explained that she is taking a week-long break from TikTok to reflect and recharge. Upon her return, she plans to play music for the few followers who still tune in.
After a dramatic rise and fall on TikTok, Pilot Nyako has decided to step away for a while. As the competitive landscape shifts, she looks forward to a more modest return, playing music and engaging with her remaining loyal fans.
