Friday, November 7, 2025 - Tension appears to be simmering within former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko’s family after his eldest daughter, Saumu Mbuvi, reportedly blocked his calls and ceased communication with him.
Sonko revealed the rift during a recent interview,
attributing it to comments he made about his daughter’s mental health during
the burial of former journalist, Kimani Mbugua.
According to Sonko, his statement was misunderstood and
blown out of proportion, which deeply upset Saumu.
“The statement was taken out of context. Whatever I said, I
meant it with good intent. Unfortunately, it was exaggerated, and my daughter
eventually blocked my contact,” he explained.
Despite the fallout, Sonko emphasized that he harbors no
resentment toward his daughter.
“As a parent, I am in no position to pick fights with my
children or family. I aspire to remain a role model to them,” he said.
The flamboyant politician further defended his decision to
speak publicly about his daughter’s struggles, saying his intention was to destigmatize
mental health and encourage other families to seek help.
“It is true my daughter was going through a condition, and
we had to have it in check, so I sought help from a mental health institution,”
Sonko stated.
“Any time I visited her, I didn’t just take shopping for her
but for all other patients in the facility,’’ he added.
Sonko insisted that his remarks came from a place of love
and concern, not ridicule or publicity.
While the communication breakdown between father and
daughter persists, Sonko maintained that there is no love lost.
“She is a grown-up and a parent, but she remains my beloved
daughter, and I respect her,” he affirmed.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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