Kenyan TikTok sensation Alma Mutheu has recently become the talk of social media after publicly airing her frustrations about her boyfriend and fellow content creator, Gift Musiq.
Alma, who has gained a significant following for her engaging videos, revealed during an interview that she was “tired” of financially supporting Gift, hinting at a potential separation to encourage his independence.
Alma further disclosed that the boyfriend moved in to her place which led them to having arguments over finances.
The conversation about financial responsibilities in their relationship took center stage when Alma stated that she felt overburdened by Gift’s lack of contribution.
Speaking candidly, Alma remarked, “I feel like Gift needs to step up and start working. I’ve done enough to support him, but I can’t keep doing this. Maybe some time apart will motivate him to take his life seriously.”
Gift, on the other hand, defended himself by claiming that his creative contributions to their content have helped Alma maintain her popularity.
He argued that while he may not contribute financially, his ideas and partnership have added value to their brand.
Kenyan Tiktoker Alma Mutheu/photo/instagram
The revelation has sparked widespread debate online, dividing netizens into two camps.
Some have accused Alma of being insensitive and demeaning toward Gift. Critics argue that relationships are about mutual support, and her public statements may have humiliated him.
One user wrote, “If you really love someone, you don’t air their struggles in public. Alma could have talked to Gift privately instead of dragging him online.”
Another commented, “Creative partnerships sometimes mean one person supports the other. Gift is clearly trying, and Alma should respect that.”
On the other hand, some have rallied behind Alma, applauding her for speaking up about an issue that resonates with many women. Supporters believe she has been exploited in the relationship and deserves a partner who contributes equally.
A supporter posted, “Why is it always the woman’s job to support a man? Alma has a right to demand better for herself.”
Another chimed in, “It’s about time we normalize holding men accountable. Gift needs to get his life together.”
Some people argued that financial struggles should not overshadow emotional and creative contributions.
One user tweeted, “Relationships are about more than just money. Gift clearly supports Alma in other ways, and people shouldn’t judge him based on finances alone.”
The Alma-Gift saga has transcended their personal lives, sparking conversations about the dynamics of modern relationships. Issues such as financial independence, gender roles, and the ethics of airing personal matters in public have been widely discussed.
As the dust settles, both Alma and Gift are yet to address the criticism directly. However, their situation highlights the pressures faced by young couples in the limelight and raises questions about the balance between personal and professional relationships in the age of social media.
For now, fans remain divided, with some urging the duo to reconcile and others encouraging Alma to prioritize her well-being.
While talking about having space, Alma said that a short separation will enable Gift to push himself to make money.
