NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenyan media personality Oga Obinna has defended his controversial plan to take local boxers to State House, insisting the visit will proceed despite mounting criticism and political scrutiny.
Speaking on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Obinna struck a defiant tone, signalling that public opinion would not alter his course.
“Babu kwa sababu!! Mimi ndio sifuna!! Period!! Statehouse nayo tunaenda wapende ,wasipende,” Oga Obinna said.
The planned visit follows the widely discussed “Vurugu” boxing bout involving rising fighters Mbavu Destroyer and Majembe, an event that has gained traction online and drawn attention to youth talent in informal sports circuits.
Obinna framed the initiative as an effort to support young athletes seeking financial stability and exposure, amid broader concerns over youth unemployment and limited opportunities in Kenya’s sports sector.
“Boxers wapewe zao maisha iendelee,” Oga Obinna said.
He emphasised that preparations for the State House visit are already underway and will not be derailed by criticism, adding that the public would ultimately have to accept the outcome.
The controversy has been amplified by perceptions that the move could carry political implications, particularly given the symbolism associated with State House Nairobi and its occupant, William Ruto.
While Obinna did not confirm any formal political alignment, he indicated that he would make his position clear when the time comes.
“Na wakati pia ukifika wa campaign ntakuja tu wazi wazi na niamue ni mrengo upi ntaufwata, mtulie ntawapanga,” Oga Obinna said.
His remarks have fuelled speculation about the intersection between entertainment, youth mobilisation, and political messaging, an increasingly visible trend in Kenya’s digital and public discourse.
The issue has sparked widespread debate across social media platforms, particularly on X, where the story has trended and drawn sharply divided reactions.
Radio presenter Alex Mwakideu questioned the intensity of the backlash, noting that Obinna’s announcement had already anticipated public attention.
“Obinna mwenyewe alitengeneza video na akaambia wakenya, naenda State House, napeleka ma boxers State House. Na msiweke siasa, kwenye hii kuenda kwangu. Na kama alivyosema tu ametrend kwenye X kweli kweli. Alijua tu,” Alex Mwakideu said.
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Mwakideu added that reactions remain polarised, with some Kenyans supporting the initiative as a practical step towards youth empowerment, while others criticise it as politically tone-deaf or opportunistic.
Analysts note that the episode reflects a broader conversation about the role of public figures in shaping political narratives, particularly in a highly charged pre-election environment.
With Kenya’s youth forming a significant and increasingly vocal demographic, the intersection of entertainment, economic empowerment, and politics continues to raise questions about influence, accountability, and intent.
For now, Obinna appears determined to push ahead, positioning the State House visit as both a symbolic and practical gesture aimed at advancing opportunities for young talent.
