Sam Atandi Makes Special Request to Bahati After His Claims About Having More Money Than MPs

Alego Usonga Member of Parliament Sam Atandi has caught the attention of Kenyans after making a special request to musician Kevin Bahati following the singer’s claims about his financial ability to support sitting lawmakers.

Atandi openly expressed interest in receiving financial assistance from Bahati, asking how he could get in touch with the musician.

In a social media post shared on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the MP described Bahati as a gentleman and suggested that he would welcome his financial support.

“I would like to be supported by this gentleman. How do I get hold of him?” Atandi stated.

His remarks came shortly after Bahati sparked a discussion about his wealth during an interview with content creator Oga Obinna.

The musician claimed that he was financially stronger than Mumias East MP Peter Salasya and could afford to pay some Members of Parliament.

“Mimi niko sure nina pesa nyingi kuliko MP Peter Salasya. Najua kuna MPs ambao naweza kuwalipa,” Bahati said.

Bahati also explained that his interest in joining Parliament was not driven by the salaries and benefits enjoyed by lawmakers. Instead, he said he wanted to use the opportunity to improve the lives of Kenyans.

The comments have attracted attention at a time when the musician is preparing to make another attempt at elective politics.

Bahati recently declared his intention to contest the Mathare parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election, bringing his political ambitions back into the national conversation.

He previously contested the same seat in 2022 but did not proceed with his campaign after stepping aside during political negotiations.

Meanwhile, Atandi’s request has added another interesting twist to the discussion surrounding Bahati’s financial claims.

With the 2027 elections approaching, the musician is increasingly finding himself at the centre of conversations involving entertainment, money and politics.

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