Popular Mugithi artist and police officer Samuel Muchoki, famously known as Samidoh, is facing a turbulent time in what is seen as disciplinary action from the National Police Service after a live performance of the 'Wantam' song went viral, sparking political uproar.
Samidoh was transferred from his post at the Central Region Police Headquarters in Nairobi to the Anti-Stock Theft Unit (ASTU) in Gilgil seven months ago.
Although no formal reason was issued, sources within the police service suggest the transfer was part of punitive measures linked to the performance.
Reliable sources indicated that Samidoh is deployed and is headed to the war-torn region of Baringo in the Rift Valley. "He is in Gilgil today as he awais further deployment.