When people lack ideas they rush to Kitengela – Jaymo Ule Msee says after chaotic Sifuna’s rally
By Charles Ouma, February 16, 2026Comedian and content creator Wilson Muirani Gathoni, popularly known as Jaymo Ule Msee, has given his verdict on the Kitengela rally that was attended by thousands of Kenyans on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
In a brief statement on his social media platforms, the comedian opined that Kitengela has been used as an audition centre for political drama.
“Kitengela as a location needs to stop being used as an audition centre for political drama,” he stated.
According to him, politicians flock to Kintengela when they lack ideas and block roads to create an impression of numbers backing them.
“When people lack ideas, they just rush to Kitengela to block roads to show Numbers,” the comedian added.
Trio camp in Kitengela
Kitengela was the centre of action over the weekend as the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party faction opposed to the party backing President William Ruto’s reelection held a rally in the town.
The rally, which was addressed by firebrand politicians, saw Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino flex their muscles, causing jitters in the rival camp that had a rally in Tononoka Grounds in Mombasa.
Blogger Robert Alai is among those who have downplayed the rally that was well-attended, cautioning that pulling crowds does not translate to political support and victory at the ballot.
The blogger added that former Prime Minister, the late Raila Odinga, drew huge crowds but never emerged victorious.
“Don’t scare us with crowds. Raila gave us the biggest crowds for 5 elections. If crowds made anyone president, Raila would be president 5 times. Mtajua hamjui!” Alai wrote on X on Monday, February 16, 2026.
Octopizzo impressed
On his part, musician Henry Ohanga, alias Octopizzo, expressed pride in the turnout, saying it signalled a shift in mindset among young Kenyans.
“Kitengela Nimetii Sana bana! The time for youth leadership is no longer coming; it’s here. Across generations, young people are stepping forward with courage, vision, and urgency, demanding governance that serves the people, not power,” Octopizzo stated.
“This is not a movement of age, but of conscience. Let the young lead, the women rise, and the elders stand beside them, united by purpose, driven by justice, and committed to building systems that work for all,” he added.