Marto discusses the disintegration of his relationship with his ex-partner in this second part, going into unvarnished and awkward detail while leveling grave accusations of emotional manipulation, abuse, and fabrication.
Following up on his last outburst with an intensely personal and emotional Instagram story, Kenyan actor and media sensation Daddy Marto has once again caused a stir on social media.
Marto discusses the disintegration of his relationship with his ex-partner in this second piece, going into unvarnished and awkward detail while leveling grave accusations of emotional manipulation, abuse, and fabrication.
“I Suffered Intense Emotional Abuse”
In the post, Marto claims he suffered emotional abuse for six of the nine years he was in the relationship. He paints a picture of walking on eggshells, living under intense pressure, and being accused of emotional abandonment even after trying to support and help his partner heal.
“She did videos on YouTube, spoke about these wounds. Talked to them to find ways to heal. They feigned control over them, I had given up,” he wrote, suggesting that while he tried to stay supportive, his efforts were dismissed.
He continued, “Your spouse is horrible, vindictive, mean and unappreciative? Your spouse sucks the joy out of you…” indicating that he had reached a breaking point trying to keep the family unit together.
Accusations of Manipulation and Lack of Intimacy
One of the most serious claims in his statement revolves around physical intimacy—or the lack thereof. Marto described a complicated and painful dynamic during his partner’s pregnancies, where he says he was told not to touch her, only to later be accused of not initiating intimacy.
“I was shocked! I had been here being an understanding husband, letting my wife heal, then someone blames me for the thing they asked for,” he said.
He also claimed that the third child was conceived at a time when she had allegedly traumatised him around physical touch, adding a layer of confusion and pain to the already tense relationship.
Digital Access and Betrayal
Marto also addressed accusations levelled against him regarding access to his partner’s social media and email. He explained that access between them was always mutual and that his ex discovered evidence of his flirtation with other women during the times they were separated. He acknowledged his actions and apologised, but insisted that the narrative being pushed ignores the complexities of the situation.
“It is in this access that I will now reveal something you already know but have no idea how deep it goes,” he teased, suggesting he might share more in future.
On Physical Intimacy and Marital Expectations
In a painfully reflective tone, Marto talked about the shifting dynamics of their relationship. He said he gave up his own needs to support her during pregnancy and health challenges, but was eventually left feeling neglected and blamed.
“She will say she fought for the marriage. No. She fought for the position she wanted to keep in the marriage,” he said firmly, distancing himself from any narrative that painted her as the one trying to hold things together.
He claimed that he became a shell of himself while trying to play the role of father, husband, and emotional support system, and that his own needs were completely sidelined.
“Narcissism Became Clear”
Marto didn’t hold back in his final assessment, calling out what he saw as narcissistic behaviour from his former partner. “That was where the problems began. The narcissism became as clear as day.”
He added that for a long time he stayed silent for the sake of the children and peace, but now feels pushed to share the truth. “You are doing it for the children. Your legacy. Let your children grow up in a two-parent home,” he said, criticising those who uphold harmful relationships under the guise of family values.
“I Am Not Going to Have Any of It”
Marto said he would no longer accept being villainised in a narrative that paints him as absent or uncaring. He compared the conflict with his partner to the difficult relationship he had with his own father, stating he has now found healing and is no longer willing to suffer in silence.
