Saumu Mbuvi, the daughter of former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko, has spoken out firmly against the idea of marriage, days after her sister’s widely publicized domestic abuse case sent shockwaves across social media.
The emotional statement came in response to a fan who expressed romantic interest in her. Saumu responded bluntly, saying, “Hiyo chapter nilifunga”.— Kiswahili for “I closed that chapter.” Her reply struck a chord with many, sparking both support and debate among her followers.
The comment comes amid ongoing outrage over the brutal assault her sister allegedly endured at the hands of her husband.
The incident, which has drawn national attention, seems to have reignited Saumu’s past traumas and cemented her views on marriage as a potential source of danger and pain rather than partnership.
Saumu, who is a mother of two, has had highly publicized relationships with politicians Ben Gatu and Anwar Loitiptip both of which ended under strained circumstances.
In the past, she has openly spoken about surviving abuse and the challenges of being a single mother in the public eye.
Her rejection of marriage, she explained, is not a cry for attention but a self-affirming boundary rooted in experience. “I’ve seen enough,” she hinted in her responses, pointing to not just her personal experiences but also the suffering women close to her continue to endure behind closed doors.
Saumu’s statement has sparked a wave of online conversations about women’s autonomy, emotional healing, and the societal pressure to marry especially for public figures.
While some fans encouraged her to stay open to love in the future, many applauded her for choosing peace over societal expectations.
As the story of her sister’s assault continues to unfold, Saumu’s words serve as a powerful reminder of the emotional toll that domestic abuse leaves behind not just on the victims, but on families who bear silent witness. For now, she’s choosing freedom, healing, and protecting her peace above all.
By tuko