Oscar Sudi claps back at Emmy Kosgei’s father, questions his nomination

Oscar Sudi claps back at Emmy Kosgei’s father, questions his nomination

Emmy Kosgei’s father criticised Oscar Sudi’s behaviour at Charlene Ruto’s wedding, prompting debate over the MP’s conduct. His remarks have sparked fresh debate.

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Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has hit back at Nominated MP Bishop Jackson Kosgei, the father of gospel star Emmy Kosgei, following pointed remarks the bishop made about politicians at Charlene Ruto's wedding.

Charlene Ruto wed Tanzanian businessman Isaya Yunge on Friday, 6 November, in Mwanza. Sudi was among the most visible Kenyan politicians at the festivities, photographed walking alongside President William Ruto on arrival, chatting with First Lady Rachel Ruto and Charlene before the ceremony, and positioned prominently on the dais as the newlyweds took to the stage.

Emmy Kosgei’s father calls out Oscar Sudi for his behaviour at Charlene Ruto’s wedding

Speaking at a public event in Eldama Ravine, Baringo County, the bishop took aim at unnamed politicians he accused of jostling for visibility around the president.

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His remarks were widely read as targeting Sudi. During the same address, the bishop also formally announced his intention to run for the Baringo Senate seat in 2027, declaring:

Sudi responded in Kalenjin in a video shared on his X account, maintaining a measured but pointed tone throughout.

In brief

PAY ATTENTION: TUKO is in WhatsApp Channels now! Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has hit back at Nominated MP Bishop Jackson Kosgei, the father of gospel star Emmy Kosgei, following pointed remarks the bishop made about politicians at Charlene Ruto's wedding. Emmy Kosgei’s father calls out Oscar Sudi for his behaviour at Charlene Ruto’s wedding Speaking at a public event in Eldama Ravine, Baringo County, the bishop took aim at unnamed politicians he accused of jostling for visibility around the president. His remarks were widely read as targeting Sudi.

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