Elias Njeru, the businessman who allegedly attacked his lover Florence Wanjiku has shared details of his personal life, revealing that he has a wife of 12 Years.

In a recent interview with Metha ya Kagoni, The businessman revealed that he met his first wife Wairimu when they were teenagers in the village.

Their relationship deepened when they both attended Kenyatta University, where they began living together.

The two have been together for 12 years and they have three children. 

Njeru disclosed that he met Florence Wanjiku during their business dealings, and their relationship led to the birth of a child.

Njeru admitted that he kept his second family hidden from his first wife for almost two years. He said his intention was to focus on raising his child with Florence and to ensure that he could be a present father.

His plan took a different turn four months ago after Florence decided to call his wife Wairimu to inform her of their relationship.

Njeru described how he came home to find Wairimu crying and eventually told her the truth.

"Florence called Wairimu after getting the number from my friend. When I came home, I found her crying. She showed me the number, and I admitted everything. She was very disappointed," he said.

He emphasised that having a second family was not a result of marital problems with his first wife, Wairimu.

The pastor said he apologized to his wife for the betrayal and he is willing to make amends and rebuild his marriage with Wairimu.

He praised his wife for being so strong adding that she has been a supportive partner through this difficult time.