Luo Benga singer Prince Indah recently suggested that Samidoh should be among the 1,000 police officers the Kenyan government intends to deploy to Haiti.
This unexpected proposal came via a Facebook post by Prince Indah, where he shared a photo of Samidoh dressed in full police uniform, sparking a debate among his fans.
“Ama Samidoh aende tu Haiti?🤔,” Prince Indah posed in the post, igniting speculation about the Mugithi singer’s potential role as a police officer in the Kenyan mission to Haiti.
Samidoh’s response to Prince Indah’s post added to the intrigue, as he cryptically asked, “Hawawezi leta Haiti?” His ambiguous query left many wondering about his stance on the matter and whether he would consider such an assignment.
The Kenyan government’s decision to lead a Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti has faced criticism from several Kenyans.
Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna articulated the party’s opposition to deploying Kenyan police to the troubled Caribbean nation of 11.7 million people, raising six significant concerns regarding the mission.
In a surprising turn of events, the High Court sitting in Nairobi issued orders on October 9, 2023, to halt the government’s plans to deploy 1,000 police officers to Haiti, further complicating the situation.
Samidoh’s dual role as a police officer and a musician has been a subject of scrutiny.
While he has pursued a successful music career, performing in various Kenyan towns and embarking on music tours around the world, questions have been raised about his dedication to his role as a police officer.
In August 2023, curious Kenyans confronted Samidoh, asking if he still actively worked as a police officer, especially in light of his extensive music commitments.
Many observed that he was rarely seen at his police duties, leading to speculation about whether he was still receiving a salary from the police department.
“Huyu hushika bunduki saa ngapi? Always moving,” commented Bourneh Masai Eva on one of Samidoh’s posts, expressing the sentiment of many. In a cheeky response, Samidoh sarcastically asked, “Bourneh Masai Eva, are you bunduki is bunduki you?” This exchange only added to the debate surrounding his dual roles.
In January 2023, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua publicly criticized Samidoh for failing the government as a police officer.
This reprimand came in the aftermath of a dramatic incident involving Samidoh’s first wife, Edday Nderitu, and his baby mama, Karen Nyamu, in Dubai in December 2022.
The altercation between Karen Nyamu and Edday Nderitu over Samidoh’s affections abroad drew significant attention.
Deputy President Gachagua took the opportunity to address the situation during a funeral where Samidoh was also in attendance.
Gachagua urged Samidoh to take control of his personal life and cease embarrassing the country abroad.
He emphasized the need for discretion in foreign lands, stating, “Sasa wewe Samidoh ucontrol hii watu wako. Unajua hatutaki wazungu wajue mambo yetu vile tunakaanga hapa. Unajua hii wazungu ni ya mtu moja moja, sasa mukienda huko ikiwa namna hio wanatuelewa sana na hatutaki mambo yetu itoke huko nje. So wewe panga panga mambo yako.”
Gachagua’s statements made it clear that, as a police officer, Samidoh could face disciplinary action from the government if he failed to manage his personal life.
Possible measures included restrictions on traveling abroad for shows and prohibiting him from accompanying his partners on such trips.
The unexpected proposal for Samidoh to join the Kenyan mission to Haiti as a police officer, his ambiguous response, and the subsequent court order halting the deployment have all added layers to this unique situation.
Samidoh’s dual identity as a musician and police officer has been a topic of public debate, with some questioning his commitment to both roles.
The public scrutiny of his personal life, as evidenced by Deputy President Gachagua’s remarks, further highlights the complexities of Samidoh’s situation.
