Njugush Takes Swipe at Raila Odinga after Meeting Kilifi MPs to Resolve Conflict: “Tumbo Lisilojaa”

• Comedian Njugush has been one of the comedians at the forefront championing for better leadership in Kenya
• The father of two has been churning satirical skits aimed at the government, and Raila Odinga may have just caught a stray bullet
• At the height of police brutality, Raila Odinga shared photos with Kilifi MPs, stating that he was resolving conflict

Comedian Njugush has taken a sharp swipe at former prime minister Raila Odinga.

How did Njugush hit at Raila?

The comedian has never held back in emphasising urgent political concerns by employing humour.

A master of social commentary and a father of two, he has regularly produced skits that challenge government leadership and hold politicians accountable.

This time, Njugush's crosshairs seem to be aimed at the former prime minister.

At the height of national demonstrations against police violence, Raila Odinga posted pictures of himself with Kilifi MPs, pointing out that his talks were to settle local issues.

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He wrote:

"I met a section of Kilifi MPs today to listen to their views and update on current status in the county. We are determined as @TheODMparty to resolve leadership conflicts in Kilifi county. Thank you Hon Amina Mnyazi, Hon Getrude Mbeyu and Hon Paul Katana."

Still, Njugush seized the chance to target the seasoned politician as Kenyans condemned police brutality.

With just three words, “tumbo lisilojaa,” the funnyman delivered a scathing commentary, implying that hunger often drives people’s actions.

It is debatable if his comment addressed the larger political scene or Raila personally.

One thing is clear, though: Njugush's keen sense of humour and unreserved attitude to satire still influence Kenyan political conversation.

His remarks have elicited different responses; some praise his audacious stance while others question the implications of his remark.

Njugush remains a powerful voice in Kenya's political satire scene as debates on leadership, government, and public responsibility intensify.

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Netizens react to Njugush hitting out at Raila

Here is what they had to say:

@nzesya_dennis:

"Bro you didn't support him during the elections why are you even insulting him. You love following even when it means you ignore what you did yesterday.. I didn't support him, and I can't insult him because he deserves to do what he wants. Leadership isn't comedy."

@OgikiSteve:

"All this time amekua akituambia vitendawili buree kabisa.."

@Qjylow:

"Aliye shiba hajui aliye na njaa eti."

@yobrajnr1:

"Hizi vested interest zitakam kumaliza nchi."

@Sarah_luuize:

"Maintaining Table manners IYKYK."

Did Njugush support Raila's AU bid?

In other news, Njugush's outspoken support of Mahamoud Ali Youssouf of Djibouti over Raila for the African Union Commission (AUC), shocked many.

Njugush asked Africans to unite and back Djibouti's nominee in a viral tweet, which generated conflicting responses on the internet.

Although some praised his stance, others wondered why a Kenyan would not back Raila.

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The unexpected endorsement added a fresh twist to the political conversation.

Njugush's preferred candidate, Mahamoud, eventually won against the Kenyan politician despite backing from President William Ruto.

Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.

Source: TUKO.co.ke