In the run-up to last year’s gubernatorial elections, one cheeky Kenyans asked why Johnson Sakaja wanted to be entrusted with managing the Nairobi County affairs yet he couldn’t manage even his weight.
Sakaja can’t put simple things like weight in check ,But he wants us to trust him in Nairobi, #RaceForGovernor
— sally (@Salomelugard) October 12, 2016
This was a painful pill for the then overweight Jubilee Politician. He decided to pull out of the race for governorship. We don’t know if the above post played a role in his decision but it might have been a blessing in disguise as he went on to become Nairobi Senator.
But now we are seeing pictures of a leaner and fit looking Sakaja. It has been revealed that the Senator is has lost 24kgs, since he was elected in August last year.
And we now know his big secret. Aliach pombe.
Nairobi senator Johnson Sakaja is arguably one of the most relatable government officials who keep in touch with the modern lifestyle and advocate for good health.
Speaking on Milele FM he said, “Diet ni muhimu, just reduce the quantities na carbohydrates mingi, add healthy foods halafu kuchapa tizi.”
The enthusiastic official also added that, Adui sio nyama ni pombe, that’s what adds calories mingi sana, kama lazma unywe unapunguza tu. Afya ni muhimu.”
Now that it is common for government officials to pack up on weight and carry it as a norm that comes with the appointment, Sakaja chose a different route. The Nairobi senator has admitted to working out and following a healthy diet even while he travels which most people find challenging.
And so why is the Senator losing weight? is he trying to run for governor! Could he be sending a message to Nairobians that he is ready to manage county affairs now that he can manage his weight?
Governor Mike Sonko has come under a lot of criticism for failing to deliver on his electoral pledges. It would be easy for Sakaja to beat him in 2022.