In a moment that sparked reactions among online users, renowned content creator Goliath wa Bungoma has been spotted rubbing shoulders with United Democratic Alliance (UDA) heavyweights at a high-energy campaign rally.
The rally, held in a bustling venue in Bungoma County on the 5th Sunday, was aimed at mobilizing support for UDA’s upcoming grassroots elections and broader party initiatives ahead of the 2027 general polls. Furthermore, Kimilili Member of Parliament Didmus Barasa popularized his gubernatorial bid in the western region county.
A Facebook post shared by the vocal UDA MP, captured Goliath wa Bungoma, as he waved enthusiastically to the crowd. Isaac Otesa, popularly known as Goliath wa Bungoma, first captured the attention of Kenyans a few years ago through viral videos thanks to his remarkable stature. Hailing from Western Kenya, Isaac has become a popular content creator and a brand ambassador to various companies in the country.
Goliath wa Bungoma’s appearance in the UDA rally raised eyebrows with some netizens questioning whether he’s endorsing the party or simply boosting local engagement with his celebrity status. As such, Kenyans on social media platforms flooded comment sections as they aired different opinions.
Reactions
Here’s a roundup of typical sentiments drawn from the post capturing Goliath wa Bungoma in the UDA political rally.
@Sarahnyongesa – Hii imeenda Kabisa (This is totally done)
@leonKwata – Goliath wa Bungoma Karibu Ndani ya the winning team. (Goliath wa Bungoma welcome to the winning team)
@StanleyMark – Pea Huyu kazi ya bodyguard. Bunduki ndio asiguse. (Give him a bodyguard job, but don’t give him the gun)
@SamuelMachari – Mbarikiwe Kabisa kwa kutuletea Kijana yetu (Thank you very much for bringing back our son)
The sighting comes at a time when UDA is stepping up its efforts in Western Kenya, which is a very important battleground region. Bungoma has seen many UDA rallies, which have drawn big crowds thanks to a mix of policy presentations and entertainment. The town has a mix of rural voters and young people (mostly Gen Z). Goliath’s appearance in the rally, whether deliberate or not, has increased the event’s reach, with the social media post getting thousands of likes and shares.
