Former Senator Millicent Omanga turned heads at the Mkisii Festival on September 13 at Carnivore Grounds, where her energetic dance moves drew cheers and sparked a wave of online reactions. Sharing the stage with fellow politicians, officials, and musicians, Omanga delivered a performance that left fans buzzing both at the event and on social media.
A Viral Twerking Moment
Omanga, known for her flamboyant personality and unapologetic confidence, joined singer Iyanii, politician Gloria Orwoba, and Nairobi County official Geoffrey Mosiria on stage. In a video that quickly went viral, she rushed to the front, turned her back to the crowd, and broke into a short twerking session. She later joined in the trending Anguka Nayo dance, keeping the crowd entertained as Iyanii performed live.
Clips from the night also captured Omanga sipping drinks, laughing with friends, and recording fun moments backstage—solidifying her reputation as one of Kenya’s most flamboyant political figures.
Online Reactions
The performance divided opinion online, with Kenyans flooding X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Facebook with commentary. Reactions ranged from amusement to disbelief:
- “Mhesh there’s a video trending ukidance poa sana 😂. hizi nimawich sasa?”
- “Kuambia mwili pole huwa sheria, hata Mhesh amewaonyesha.”
- “Huyu Mhesh Omanga ni kama kuna stage aliruka.”
- “Wapi shangwe, kelele na nderemo ya mama miradi.”
Others praised her boldness, joking that the Luhya festival was always guaranteed to be “fire.”
Iyanii’s Romantic Surprise
The festival also featured a heartwarming moment when singer Iyanii publicly introduced his girlfriend, influencer Kemunto. He invited her on stage and serenaded her with his hit love ballad Unanifaa, delighting fans in attendance.
Omanga’s Other Headline: A Luxury Gift
Offstage, Omanga also made headlines after surprising her son with a KSh 9 million Mercedes-Benz GLE for his 20th birthday. She shared photos of the luxury SUV online, captioning them with heartfelt prayers for her son’s wisdom, strength, protection, and purpose as he enters adulthood. The lavish gift sparked admiration and envy in equal measure, once again thrusting the former senator into the spotlight.
A Leader Who Knows How to Make Headlines
Whether through her bold dancing, flamboyant lifestyle, or lavish generosity, Millicent Omanga continues to capture public attention. For her fans, she remains “Mama Miradi”—an unpredictable but entertaining figure who blends politics, personality, and performance like few others in Kenya’s public life.
