[SIZE=7]Juliani Issues Statement After Reports of Azimio Appointment[/SIZE]
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[li]By GEOFFREY LUTTA on 10 May 2022 - 2:42 pm[/li]
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Julius Owino famously known as Juliani
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Rapper Julius Owino alias Juliani has denied reports that he has been appointed as the Director of Entertainment in Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party.
Through a statement dated Tuesday, May 10, the renowned rapper dispelled reports that he had been appointed to the role by President Uhuru Kenyatta and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader, Raila Odinga.
The singer also took the time to explain that he is not affiliated to any political party, coalition, or alliance.
"It has been brought to my attention that there is information circulating online about my appointment as Director of Entertainment in the Azimio - OKA coalition.
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Singer Juliani and Lilian Ng’ang’a at Village Market
“I would like to clarify that this has not been communicated to me formally or otherwise. Therefore, I would like to confirm that I am not employed or affiliated with any political party in Kenya or beyond,” his statement read in part.
Juliani, who uses his music to empower and educate the youth, however, noted that he is open to working with any political leader who resonates with what he stands for.
“I am willing to join hands with like-minded partners including political parties that have a clear manifesto and agenda focusing primarily on sustainable youth empowerment initiatives.”
Juliani listed issues such as youth employment which must be addressed by political leaders seeking election in the August 9 polls.
Various social media reports had earlier indicated that Juliani was appointed to the role, prompting Machakos governor, Alfred Mutua, to ditch Azimio and join Kenya Kwanza led by Deputy President William Ruto.
However, Mutua announced he broke ties with Azimio because it sidelined his Maendeleo Chap Chap party in important functions.
“To this end, we have decided to break our ties with Azimio La Umoja. Therefore, the contract between Azimio and MCC is null and void,” stated Mutua.
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Lilian Ng’ang’a
The two became a topic of discussion after former Machakos First Lady, Lillian Nganga, ended her relationship with the governor and got engaged to Juliani before eventually marrying him.
Lilian later revealed through an interview that meeting Juliani was like finding the last jigsaw puzzle piece, adding that their values were aligned.
“I like to call myself a thinker but when I met Juliani, it was like I found the last piece of a jigsaw puzzle. His value and mine were aligned. Just the way he looks at life, what he values, what is important to him are the same things that are important to me and that is very rare,” Lillian remarked.