Sunday funday
Nairobi — Mugithi star Samuel “Samidoh” Muchoki has officially left Kenya’s National Police Service (NPS) to pursue music full-time, the Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja has confirmed. The resignation—effective July 20, 2025—ends Samidoh’s years in uniform and clears any pending disciplinary issues tied to earlier desertion claims. Nation
Police and multiple outlets say the NPS accepted his resignation letter, paving the way for the singer to focus on touring and recording. Kanja noted that Samidoh is “free to pursue whatever he wishes,” signaling an amicable exit from the service.
Samidoh served roughly 12 years, largely within the Administration Police, while building one of the country’s biggest Mugithi fanbases with sold-out shows at home and abroad. Acceptance of his resignation formally closes talk of desertion proceedings that had trailed him in recent months.
What’s next
Industry watchers expect a busier release and touring schedule, with some speculation about non-music pursuits in the future. For now, the move consolidates Samidoh’s career around the stage—where he’s already proven he can command massive crowds.
Reporting compiled from official police briefings and Kenyan media coverage published today.
