As campaigns intensify ahead of the Mbeere North by-election, a campaign rally for candidate Newton Karish took an unexpected turn when a man bearing a striking resemblance to the late President Mwai Kibaki appeared on stage, leaving attendees in stitches and social media buzzing with reactions.
The impersonator, who not only looked like the former president but also mimicked his distinctive voice and mannerisms, delivered a humorous line that quickly went viral: “Mkiona mtu ametoka kwa kaburi akakuja sio mchezo”.
The lighthearted moment sparked a wave of reactions across social media platforms, with Kenyans sharing their amusement and nostalgia for the late president, who passed away in April 2022.
Comments flooded in from netizens expressing their surprise and entertainment:
“Sasa kindiki atafute uhuru ” one user joked, suggesting Interior Cabinet Secretary should find President Uhuru Kenyatta next.
“Kibaki ndio mwizi mkubwa bure kabisa,” wrote another, reigniting political debates about the former president’s legacy.
“The best president ever he was not selfish,” commented a user expressing admiration for Kibaki’s tenure.
“I never saw pumbavu coming ” another wrote, caught off guard by the unexpected appearance.
The incident highlights the theatrical nature of Kenyan politics, where candidates often employ creative strategies to capture public attention in tightly contested races.
Whether the appearance was a planned campaign stunt or a spontaneous moment of levity, it succeeded in getting people talking about Newton Karish’s candidacy.
As the Mbeere North by-election approaches, candidates continue to pull out all the stops to win over voters in what promises to be a closely watched contest.
