Tallie, who identifies herself online as Mama Ella and is the mother of Oga Obinna’s fourth child, went live on TikTok on 23 October 2026 and described her hardships as a single mother, saying she was in tears during the broadcast.

She explained that, despite holding a degree in journalism and mass communication, she has been unable to secure stable work because the media sector is saturated and she lacks industry connections or a personal channel.

Tallie said she spends each day sending out CVs and is also reaching out to brands for possible content‑creation collaborations, hoping to generate income while she looks for a longer‑term solution.

Rather than asking for direct handouts, she requested assistance to start a small home‑based business – specifically, she mentioned a desire to return to selling pyjamas – so she can provide for her daughter Ella without relying on others.

Viewers responded by contributing money during the livestream, prompting Tallie to break down in gratitude and thank those who supported her in the moment.

She also spoke about the emotional toll of online bullying, noting that strangers have criticized her appearance, hair and nose, which she said pushed her toward a dark emotional place.

The livestream attracted a large reaction from Kenyan netizens, who flooded the session with comments and encouragement after she appealed for support to set up the business.