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Kimani Mbugua Lands Job Immediately After Rehab

Media personality Kimani Mbugua has landed a new job shortly after leaving a rehabilitation centre.

The former Citizen TV journalist got a life-changing opportunity on Obinna TV, a talk show by the media personality Oga Obinna.

Obinna made the announcement while interviewing Kimani on his show on December 16, about his life after rehabilitation.

“Then next year I have a job for you on Obinna TV studios. There is a show that I would like you to spearhead. Next year, mid-January we can reconvene then we get you back to doing what you do,” said Obinna.

Obinna stated that the job offer is meant to give Kimani a sense of purpose to ensure that he does not relapse into drug and substance abuse.

Media Personality Oga Obinna. Photo/ Obinna IG
Media Personality Oga Obinna. Photo/ Obinna IG.

Why Obinna offered him a job

“I am trying to give you back purpose, so that you can earn a living. I want you to come and work, whatever work we will agree on, you will do it for six or seven months as you build momentum, then when you can take off, by all means,” added Obinna.

Kimani Mbugua received the offer with open arms saying he is a man of his word and that he cannot wait to come on board on the show.


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“That’s what I like. It is a gentleman’s agreement, see you on Obinna TV, I am a man of my word,” said Mbugua

Kimani Mbugua spoke about his journey at the six-month experience at a rehabilitation centre.

He attributed his sobriety to finding God and replacing his love for narcotics with love of God.

“I was an atheist, but I finally found God. I replaced my love for narcotics with a love for God and music,” added Mbugua.

How Kimani Mbugua ended up in rehab

Kimani was admitted to the Mombasa Women Empowerment Network Rescue Centre following his outbursts on social media that indicated he was mentally sick.


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His father later confirmed that he was suffering from bipolar disorder.


Also Read: Kimani Mbugua’s Family Speaks on His Journey from Church Boy to Struggling with Addiction


In May 2024, Oga Obinna offered to help Mbugua which began with an interview with Kimani Mbugua’s father on his show.

Following this, he got admitted at the Mathari Mental Hospital in Nairobi.

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko stepped in and pledged to cater for his bills at the mental hospital.

It was at around this time that he was transferred to Mombasa, where he has been receiving rehabilitation for the past six months.

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Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko. Photo/Mike Sonko IG
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko. Photo/Mike Sonko IG.

 

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Terry Njueini

Terry Njueini is a Digital News Correspondent at The Kenya Times. She is a skilled journalist with expertise in storytelling across digital and print platforms. With a comprehensive background in journalism, she is passionate about creating engaging and impactful stories around health, politics, current affairs, and entertainment. Terry has a sharp eye for narratives that matter, presenting news that not only inform but also engage and empower audiences. She loves to read books and to travel for leisure. She can be reached at terry.njueini@thekenyatimes.com

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