KRG the Don Quits Music to Pursue Political Ambitions
Key takeaways
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- Karuga Kimani, known as KRG the Don and Bughaaa, is a controversial Kenyan pop musician and socialite with a significant following among young people.
- KRG has released a series of hit songs in his music career including the highly-successful Mathogothanio collabo with prominent music group Boondocks Gang.
- Recently, KRG has been making headlines for his amusing social media antics and extravagant lifestyle.
- The Mathogonio hitmaker announced his sudden ‘retirement’ from music and showbiz in a surprise social media post.
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KRG the Don announces retirement from music
KRG took to social media to inform his fans that he will no longer release music as he shifts his focus to ‘better things’.
Bughaaa posted on his Instagram stories in response to widespread claims that he had gone quiet.
It’s no surprise that fans are accustomed to his prominent online presence, as seen in his endless online feuds and playful banter.
To the fans’ utter shock, the Kenyan online sensation announced that he was done with that phase of his life.
“DM za Mzee Bughaaa umenyamaza sana. Let me address y’all once. That phase of my life is done. Nimemalizana na entertainment (music, showbiz, influencing, controversy & series). I have enjoyed every moment from online fights, vipindire, and embarrassing situations,” read KRG’s post in part.
Mr. Bughaaa also pledged to settle outstanding matters as he exited the entertainment stage to pursue other endeavors.
KRG’s breaking announcement has been received with shock as millions of Kenyans flocked to social media to follow his online trolls with funny characters like CassyPool, Ringtone, Tumbili, and Canada-based entertainer Vincent Mboya 18K.
KRG lays down plans for 2027 elections
KRG also hinted that he will be heavily involved in the upcoming 2027 elections, as his political career gathers momentum.
The wealthy and influential former musician has been seen rubbing shoulders with the country’s powerful political figures.
A staunch Ruto and Kenya Kwanza supporter, KRG has on several occasions posed for photos at the State House grounds, sparking speculations on his political activities.
Bughaaa is set to fully dive into politics in his latest statement on social media.
“I wanna spend my time doing better things (God, myself, family, business, and education), as I transition to politics pole pole tu,” said the former socialite.
His post reveals that his approach to politics will be gradual beginning with further studies to achieve the often-elusive academic credentials.
KRG also thanked his fans for their support as he embarks on chasing his dreams for the next 650 years.
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