Alex Mwakideu Defends Oga Obinna’s State House Invite Amid Online Backlash

Veteran radio personality Alex Mwakideu has stepped into the heated debate surrounding Oga Obinna’s upcoming visit to State House, questioning why a section of Kenyans has reacted with such hostility. On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Mwakideu addressed the “mixed reactions” that have dominated social media since Obinna announced his plans to take boxers Majembe and Mbavu Destroyer to meet the President.

The “Vurugu” Goes to State House

The controversy began when Obinna shared a video confirming his intention to present the stars of the Vurugu Night Fight at the house on the hill. Anticipating the backlash, Obinna had explicitly asked his followers not to politicize the achievement of the young boxers.

“Obinna himself made a video and told Kenyans, ‘I am going to State House, I am taking the boxers to State House,’” Mwakideu noted during his morning broadcast. “He even said, ‘Don’t bring politics into this.’ And just as he predicted, he has been trending on X (formerly Twitter) heavily. He knew it was coming.”

A Nation Divided: Politics vs. Entertainment

Mwakideu observed that while many praised the initiative—including Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, who hailed the success of the boxing bout—the comments on X have been polarizing. Many critics have accused the content creator of aligning himself with the current administration, a move that often draws fire in the current political climate.

Mwakideu, however, seemed puzzled by the intensity of the anger. “I don’t understand why Kenyans [are reacting this way],” he said, pointing out that public figures often find themselves in a “no-win” situation when engaging with national leadership.

The Honest Question: Can Celebrities Have a Stance?

Moving beyond the specific incident, Mwakideu raised a broader, more philosophical question about the role of influencers in Kenyan society. He challenged the notion that celebrities must remain politically neutral to be accepted by their fans.

“I am asking, and it is an honest question: for public figures like Oga Obinna, what is wrong with them having a political stand?” Mwakideu questioned. He highlighted the irony where some figures are celebrated for their activism while others are condemned for the same level of engagement.

Recognition for the Sport

The planned State House visit follows the massive success of the Majembe vs. Mbavu Destroyer match at Kasarani, which many credit for revitalizing local interest in boxing. For Obinna and his supporters, the invitation is seen as a formal recognition of the talent and hard work of the athletes involved.

As the debate continues to rage online, the “Vurugu” team appears set to proceed with the visit, even as Mwakideu’s questions linger: is it possible to celebrate a sporting achievement at State House without being branded a political pawn?