Gospel artiste Daddy Owen has expressed his concerns over the current state of the nation, highlighting the rise in divisive politics, online conflicts, and abductions.
In a statement shared on his X account on Sunday, January 19, 2025, the singer warned that these issues pose a grave threat to the country’s unity and stability.
“As a nation, we are dangerously flying too close to the sun. The re-emergence of the regional sects, divisive online sentiments against Somalis, abductions, & relentless politicking are pushing Kenya into a perilous state, threatening the stability & unity of this great nation,” he said.
As a nation, we are dangerously flying too close to the sun. The re-emergence of the regional sects, divisive online sentiments against Somalis, abductions, & relentless politicking are pushing Kenya into a perilous state, threatening the stability & unity of this great nation.
— Daddy Owen (@daddyowenmusic) January 19, 2025
Daddy Owen reprimands church
This is not the first time Daddy Owen has spoken out on matters affecting the country. In July 2024, during a period marked by extrajudicial killings and anti-government protests, the ‘Vanity’ hitmaker criticized the church for remaining silent on the killings and abductions happening in the country.
Using his platform, he called on religious leaders to address the nation’s challenges head-on, particularly corruption and poor governance.
In his post on July 19, 2024, Daddy Owen urged the church to be a voice of reason and to condemn the killings of young people.
“To the church in Kenya, I humbly urge you: it’s time to speak out! Be a voice of reason, condemn the killings of young people, speak up against corruption and bad governance,” Daddy Owen wrote.
The musician and activist emphasized that the church should take the lead in holding Kenyan leaders accountable.
Daddy Owen noted that the church only tends to unite its voice when faced with challenges like taxes and licensing matters.
He emphasized that staying quiet about the wrongs happening in the country is equivalent to choosing a side.
“The church should lead in holding the responsible accountable. The church only speaks with unity when it faces the prospect of taxes and licensing of churches. Let’s not remain silent; silence is a form of taking sides,” the musician said.
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