Mary Biketi recently opened up about her relationship with Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya and addressed the public perception that she is fully financially dependent on him. Speaking candidly, she emphasized that she is an independent woman who runs her own business and pays her bills, even though Oparanya helped finance the venture.
Recounting how their relationship began, Mary revealed that they first met at Wilson Airport while she was traveling to Kisumu. She described the encounter as spontaneous and memorable. “We met at the airport. I was going to Kisumu and we ended up on the same flight. I saw him walk in and thought, ‘Oh my God’. He later sat next to me, and the rest is history,” she shared.
Her story sparked a wave of humorous reactions online, with some Kenyans expressing their desire to travel by air more often, joking that airports might be the new hotspots for meeting quality partners. One commenter even quipped that it’s unlikely to bump into a prominent figure while commuting from places like Kawangware or Githurai, but perhaps Wilson Airport holds better luck.
Mary also spoke about her relationship with Oparanya in the context of his well-known polygamous lifestyle. Despite the complexities that come with such a relationship, she praised him for being a responsible and present father. She noted that people often judge him unfairly because of his relationships with multiple women. “He’s a good man and a very responsible dad. People talk a lot, but they don’t know the whole story,” she said.
Addressing rumors that she lives off Oparanya’s wealth, Mary clarified that while he has supported her business, she works hard and maintains her independence. She stressed the importance of staying busy, not just for financial independence but also to maintain peace of mind given the dynamics of a polygamous relationship. “People assume I can’t live without him, but I run my own business and I pay my bills. He helped me get started, yes, but I work hard,” she explained.
Mary also admitted to having access to Oparanya’s phone and shared that she blocks women who try to reach out to him. Despite this, she said she has no issues with his past relationships, though some women still try to contact him in hopes of starting something.
Her revelations gave people a glimpse into how she navigates love, independence, and public scrutiny. She continues to draw attention online, not just for her relationship but also for the way she confidently addresses personal matters and dismisses negative assumptions.
Meanwhile, Oparanya himself previously stated that he has two wives and a girlfriend, and has no plans to expand his family further. He cited the high cost of living as one of the reasons, also noting that his girlfriend often accompanies him during his travels.
The couple’s story has sparked amusement and admiration across social media, with many inspired or entertained by Mary’s honesty and the unlikely setting of their first meeting. The airport, it seems, has become the new metaphor for life’s unexpected turns—and perhaps even love.
