Actor Mama Nyaguthii Celebrates University Graduation

Papa Shirandula actor Mary Airo popularly known as Mama Nyaguthii is celebrating a major academic milestone, having officially graduated from St. Paul’s University with a Bachelor of Arts in Community Development, Second Class Honours (Upper Division).

The veteran actor took to social media to share the joyous news with her fans, reflecting on the years of dedication it took to reach this achievement, “I proudly add another crown to my academic qualifications! I present to you a Bachelor of Arts in Community Development, Second Class Honours (Upper Division)!” Mama Nyaguthii announced. “I am incredibly proud of this achievement, and I cannot celebrate it without appreciating the people who made this journey possible and, most importantly, made it a little smoother.”

She thanked her family, particularly her father for his prayers, her siblings for their constant presence, and her mother for continually checking on her progress.

She also gave special recognition to her employer, her boss, and her colleagues for providing a conducive working environment that allowed her to balance her career with her studies. “My employer provided a conducive working environment that allowed me to balance work and studies. My boss, thank you for the constant encouragement and understanding,” she wrote.

She went on to thank specific colleagues who supported her academic journey, including Fred Otieno for helping her interpret research findings, Paul for supervising her attachment, and Lucy for guiding her through Quantitative Techniques. She also shared a lighthearted moment with a friend named Jowadwa, joking, “QT was something else! But we made it!”

Mama Nyaguthii did not forget her friends, thanking them for their encouragement and laughter. She recalled a particularly memorable quote from one friend: “Wewe tusomee tu, ukisha soma sisi tuko sawa!” (“You just study for us; once you’re done, we’re good!“).

She also reserved special praise for her lecturers at St. Paul’s University, acknowledging their knowledge, guidance, and dedication. “My good performance is a reflection of the knowledge, guidance, dedication and commitment they invested in me. Without them, ningetoka St. Paul’s University na PASS!” she joked.

“To everyone who played a role, directly or indirectly, in this journey, please know that I do not take your support for granted. You were part of this achievement, and today, I celebrate you too,” she concluded. “Above all, I thank God for the grace, strength, wisdom and favour that have brought me this far. The journey was worth it, the crown is earned, and the moment is finally here!”