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Mike Sonko's Biography in Summary

Mbuvi Gideon Kioko, also known as Mike Sonko, is the former Governor of Nairobi. He is one of Kenya's wealthiest politicians and is highly recognized for his compassionate heart toward the needy.

Mike Sonko Background and parents

Kwale is where Governor Sonko was born and raised. He is Mzee Kivanguli's son. His mother, the late Saumu Mukami Mbuvi, died on February 2, 1997.

Mike Sonko Education

Sonko began his education at Kikowani Primary School in Kwale. He eventually enrolled in Kwale High School for his secondary education. He then attended Unity College of Professional Studies and earned a Diploma in Sales and Marketing. He later graduated with honors from Kenya Methodist University with a second-class upper degree in Business Administration.

Mike Sonko Political career

He began his political career as a Member of Parliament for the Makadara Constituency. He was then elected as Nairobi County's first Senator under the devolved government. He is now the Governor of Nairobi.

Mike Sonko Marriage

Governor Mike Sonko is married to Primrose Mbuvi, the first lady of Nairobi County. He has, however, revealed that he has two spouses and is so polygamous. He is Saumu Mbuvi's father. Sonko's high school lover was Saumu Mbuvi's mother, the late Wangui. Salma, his second daughter's mother, died in 2016. Primrose is Mbuvi's third daughter's biological mother.

Mike Sonko Controversy

Mike Sonko has been arrested on suspicion of corruption. He has also been accused of drug dealing. Mike also escaped from Shimo La Tewa jail in 1997 to attend his mother's funeral. He was later detained again and transported to Kamiti jail, but he was freed in 2002 for good behavior.

Mike Sonko is one person who is not afraid of controversy. He is good at recording his callers or posting screenshots of his private conversations.