Jalang’o: Despite being MP & Celeb, My Mother Still Sends Me to the Poshomill

Lang’ata Member of Parliament, Felix Odiwuor, affectionately known as Jalang’o, recently offered a revealing glimpse into his personal life.

Speaking on the "Tubonge" podcast with journalist Chris The Bass, the comedian-turned-politician shared how, despite his prominent public profile, his family, particularly his mother in the village, ensures he remains firmly grounded.

No Celebrity Status at Home

Jalang’o expressed that his celebrity and political standing often do not translate into special treatment within his own household. He noted that his children, for instance, are remarkably unaffected by his public persona.

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"They've never even seen me as that guy," he stated, adding, "they just know that our dad is a cool guy".

This suggests a deliberate effort to maintain a normal family environment, shielding them from the sometimes overwhelming aspects of fame.

Village Errands for the MP

Perhaps the most striking example of his family keeping him humble comes from his interactions with his mother in the village.

Jalang'o candidly admitted that his mother still sends him on errands, even as a sitting Member of Parliament. He recounted a specific instance, humorously recalling:

“Kwanza mother yangangu unajua nafikanga home ananituma kusaga… I even posted it one day I told motherare you sure.She replied to me, ‘toka hapa na hiyo uheshimiwa wako, enda usiage’.”

This translates to his mother asking him to go and mill flour, a task he initially protested but ultimately conceded to. This anecdote highlights a profound connection to his roots and the enduring authority of a mother, regardless of her son’s achievements in the city.

A Village Boy at Heart

Jalang'o embraces his identity as a "village boy". He articulated a strong belief in maintaining connections with one’s origins, stating, "this is where we were born this where [we] were brought in".

He also mentioned having "a few investments back in the village", further cementing his bond with his rural home. This deep-seated connection explains why his family, and particularly his mother, continues to treat him as their son, rather than a public figure.

His life in the village remains a crucial anchor, pulling him back to simplicity and traditional family roles.