Daddy Owen weighs in on Kalonzo’s political dilemma as he calls for end to tribal politics
By Ascah Mwango, November 8, 2025Gospel artiste and disability-rights advocate Daddy Owen has shared his thoughts on Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s current political situation, saying the veteran politician is facing a tough choice as the 2027 elections draw closer.
In a statement shared on his X account on Friday, November 7, 2025, the musician noted that Kalonzo finds himself in a delicate balancing act as he tries to navigate Kenya’s ever-shifting political landscape.
According to Daddy Owen, the former vice president is torn between appeasing his political allies and maintaining relevance among key voting blocs, particularly in the Mt. Kenya region.
He pointed out that while some Kenyans would rally behind Kalonzo if he distances himself from former Deputy President and (Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua, such a move could alienate a significant portion of the electorate.
Daddy Owen lamented the continued influence of tribal politics in Kenya, expressing hope that the country would one day rise above ethnic considerations in choosing its leaders.
“I wouldn’t want to be Kalonzo right now, he’s truly stuck between a rock & a hard place. Many say they’d vote for him if he distances himself from Gachagua, yet he knows too well you can’t ignore the Mt. Kenya bloc. I wish our politics would one day rise above tribal lines,” Daddy Owen stated.
His remarks come as political alignments across the country are taking shape ahead of the next General Election.
This is not the first time the award-winning musician has spoken against tribalism. In a statement shared on his X account on Friday, October 24, 2025, he urged Kenyans to unite and challenge what he described as a self-serving political class.
“People here act woke, saying they’re tribeless, but during election talk, it’s back to Kalenjin 91%, Kikuyu 92%, Luo 76%. For 2027, it should be the people vs the political class, not tribe vs tribe. Or Gen Z/Z/Millennials vs the political class. That’s how you drain the swamp,” he said.
Daddy Owen called on citizens to rise above tribal divisions and focus on holding leaders accountable. He emphasised that the upcoming elections should not be defined by ethnic alliances but by a united front of ordinary Kenyans pushing for real change.
He added that young people, especially Gen Z and Millennials, have the power to redefine the country’s political future if they come together and reject divisive politics.