Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has responded to musician Bahati’s claims that he is wealthier than the legislator and could afford to pay some Members of Parliament, appearing to agree with the singer while publicly supporting his political ambitions.
Bahati made the remarks during an interview with Obinna TV, where he expressed confidence that his financial standing surpassed that of Salasya.
“Mimi niko sure nina pesa nyingi kuliko Peter Salasya. Najua kuna MPs ambao naweza kuwalipa,” Bahati said.
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In an Instagram post shared on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, Salasya appeared to acknowledge the singer’s claims, saying he was no longer interested in engaging in confrontations with people who looked down on him.
“Ni ukweli, you are very right. But ukienda pole pole, even the people who look down on me, starting with Kibe, ukiwaona kwa mbali, pole pole hawanishindi. But these days I don’t fight; I’m a cool boy,” he wrote.
Beyond the exchange over wealth, the Mumias East legislator expressed support for Bahati’s ambition to contest the Mathare parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election.
However, Salasya offered the musician some advice about his public image, suggesting that he slightly reduce the prominence of his signature dreadlocks.
“I support Bahati, but those dreads of yours are shouting a little too much! Punguza tu kidogo and you will win that seat. I know it’s your brand but kiac tu kidogo to show some seriousness,” he said.
Salasya added that he would be happy to see the musician elected as Mathare MP, saying he would celebrate his victory.
“When you become the MP for Mathare Constituency, I will be the happiest person,” he added.
Salasya Praises Bahati’s Family
The legislator also turned his attention to Bahati’s family, praising the musician for adopting a child whose name was reportedly changed from Otieno to Bahati.
Salasya said he had watched a video of the child speaking and was impressed by his command of English.
He also commended Bahati’s wife, Diana Marua, for her role in the adoption, expressing hope that more women would demonstrate similar compassion.
“I pray that all women can be like Diana Bahati. Mimi pia natafuta mwanamke mmoja wa kuniadopt!” he joked.
Bahati has publicly declared his intention to contest the Mathare parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election, adding a political dimension to his recent public engagements.
Salasya’s response combines humour, praise for the musician’s family and an expression of support for his planned political journey.