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Mugithi star Samidoh defends his ambition to vie for elective seat in 2027
26th August, 2026 03:00 PM
Mugithi star Samidoh has defended his decision to pursue an elective political seat in the 2027 General Election, saying his career in music should not define his ability to serve the people.
Samidoh, who has announced his intention to vie for the Ol Joro Orok parliamentary seat, addressed questions from members of the public who have questioned whether a Mugithi artist can successfully serve in Parliament.
He said the question was fair but argued that those questioning his political ambitions were focusing on only one chapter of his life.
“How can a Mugithi artist go to Parliament?” Samidoh quoted some people as asking on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
The musician reminded his critics that he was a police officer before venturing into music, saying his previous career exposed him to demanding environments and gave him experience in serving the public.
He said he had taken an oath as a police officer to serve, protect life and property, uphold the law and restore order.
Samidoh said he was deployed to areas including Garissa and Mpeketoni, which he described as some of the more demanding environments he worked in.
Samidoh speaks on education and experience
The Mugithi star also highlighted his academic and professional journey, noting that he comes from an ordinary family and understands the struggles faced by many Kenyans.
He said he pursued his education and earned a university degree before building a music career that took him across Kenya and beyond the country’s borders.
According to Samidoh, his interactions with people from different communities, travels and networks have given him experiences that he believes can be turned into opportunities for residents of Ol Joro Orok.
“So yes, I am a Mugithi artist. But that is not the entirety of who I am,” he said.
Samidoh urged voters to assess his political ambitions based on his character, experience, record and vision rather than his profession as a musician.
“Let us debate my character. Let us debate my experience. Let us debate my record. Let us debate my vision,” he said.
What Samidoh says he wants to deliver
The musician said education, vocational training, talent development, youth empowerment and development would be among the issues he intends to champion if elected.
On education, Samidoh said he wants to focus on practical measures that would improve access to education, support students and create opportunities for young people.
He also spoke about vocational training, saying young people should be equipped with practical skills that can help them earn a livelihood rather than simply acquiring certificates.
On talent development, Samidoh said his own experience in the music industry had shown him the potential of talent to create sustainable careers when the right structures are available.
He further said he wanted to explore ways of connecting young people to opportunities and making resources more accessible to residents of Ol Joro Orok.
Samidoh asks voters to scrutinise his candidature
Samidoh said he was not asking residents to vote for him simply because he is a musician.
“I am not asking the people of Ol Joro Orok to elect me because I sing,” he said.
Instead, he urged voters to listen to his plans, examine his character and experience, and scrutinise the ideas he intends to bring to Parliament.
“I welcome the questions. I welcome the scrutiny. I welcome the debate,” he said.
Samidoh said his ultimate goal was to earn the support of Ol Joro Orok residents based on his ability and vision to represent them effectively.
“The music is my profession. Service is my calling. Ol Joro Orok is my home. And representation is the responsibility I am seeking,” he said.
The musician said he would share more details about his political vision and the specific issues he intends to champion for the people of Ol Joro Orok in the coming days.
