- Former Nairobi Governer Mike Sonko has unveiled plans to sell all his property and invest the money in charity work
- The ex-governor took the news to his X, explaining that he had arrived at a decision to change his flamboyant lifestyle
- Sonko cited the example of former Iranian President Ahmadinejad who sold all his wealth before committing to charity
- In May 2019, Sonko said he was worth more than the city’s annual budget, which was KSh 32 billion at the time
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has announced plans to sell all his property and invest the proceeds in charity work.
He shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), explaining that he had decided to change his extravagant lifestyle.
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Sonko cited the example of former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who sold all his wealth accumulated during his political tenure to support charitable causes.
Sonko’s announcement came just days after Oga Obinna reached out to him for assistance with the medical bills of former TV personality Kimani Mbugua, who has been experiencing severe mental health issues.
When asked, Sonko, who had already donated over KSh 10,000 to Dem Wa Facebook, expressed his willingness to help further.
He also mentioned that he would support fans facing real difficulties from Oga Obinna’s show with small contributions that day.
Yesterday, the former governor was seen in a convoy with Oga Obinna visiting the rehabilitation center where Kimani Mbugua is being treated.
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Shortly after, Sonko, who revealed he has also suffered from bipolar disorder and understands the impact of such conditions, announced that he would cover all the rehabilitation expenses for the former TV personality, impressing many.
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Netizens have been reacting to Sonko’s announcement to sell all his property, with some expressing disbelief and others praising the noble cause.
Sonko’s Property
In May 2019, Mike Sonko claimed his net worth exceeded Nairobi’s annual budget of KSh 32 billion at the time.
The flamboyant politician revealed that he had acquired his wealth before being elected as Makadara Member of Parliament in 2010.
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Before entering politics, the 46-year-old managed his transport business with his wife, Primrose Mbuvi.
He also disclosed that he used to earn KSh 4 million weekly from his Mombasa club.
As a former governor, I will sell all my material things, then invest the money to charity work. I want to change my lifestyle and start living like this former Iranian president Ahmadinejad.
