Avril Forgives J Blessing After Accusing Him of Physical Abuse

Celebrated Kenyan singer Judith Nyambura Mwangi, alias Avril, has issued a statement saying she has forgiven her baby daddy and renowned music director, J Blessing, hours after she explicitly accused him of domestic violence.

It all began on Tuesday, November 14 when she shared photos showing her bruised face on her Instagram stories, right before she quickly deleted them. However, a section of netizens quickly picked up on the posts and disseminated them across social media platforms, sparking mixed reactions as a result.

In the now-deleted post, Avril called out J Blessing with a blunt message: “J Blessing unikome (leave me alone)…” followed by explicit language.

Collage of singer Avril sharing photos of her bruised face on November 14, 2023. /INSTAGRAM.THEAVIEWAY

Thereafter, the Nikimuona hitmaker expressed her dismay over the public's reactions to domestic violence and emphasized the severity of the issue, calling on her Kenyan fans to show sensitivity to the matter.

“Going through comments and I’m in utter shock… this is why people never report this s***, post this s***… ’cause y’all make people actually want to kill themselves after all they’ve been through… have a laugh… enjoy… bye," she commented underneath a post by a local gossip blog.

On Wednesday, November 15, she released a statement via her Instagram stories, giving clarity on the matter.

"I have always been an extremely private person I would never talk about anything I'm going through even if I'm being tortured by it.

"My heart was so heavy that I had to tell the world about my business. Yes I saw the ridicule about me deserving of everything I have been through in my lifetime and I'm sure there will be more ridicule, but I also saw the outpouring messages of love and support," she revealed.

Stating that she has since forgiven J Blessing, she added "I forgive you J, please find it in your hearts to forgive him too. Everyone is deserving of forgiveness in this life."

The singer also shared insights regarding their seven-year relationship as well as their journey as parents which has been mired with challenges, some that have led to conflicts that have escalated into fights.

"We recognize the need for change and are committed to seeking help and learning healthier ways to communicate and resolve issues. Our mutual goal is to create a more positive and supportive environment for each other, fostering understanding and growth," she went on.

Avril however dismissed the entire saga as clout, saying she would not be one to joke about a vice that affects so many men and women worldwide. She also denied that she was using the saga to look for sympathy.

"It's just me being human and deeply understanding that everyone is deserving of humanity, especially in these times where we should all be kind to one another regardless of whether you receive kindness or not, you should strive to give it, and give it abundantly. Be kind to one another. Love and light," she continued.

The singer concluded by asking her fans not to take the wrong message out of her statement, saying she posted what she posted neither to condone nor to justify anything but to send a message to anyone going through any form of abuse and every family who has lost loved ones to abuse.

"Speaking out is the only way out and no one should make you feel ashamed for it. For man or for woman.

"Matters are with the relevant authorities and I am doing okay. Just don't want my heart laden with an unforgiving weight on it," she stated.

J Blessing has yet to officially respond to the allegations and the entire matter by the time of publishing this article.

J Blessing and Avril pose for a selfie. /STANDARD DIGITAL