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Charles Njagua, known as Jaguar, has been appointed as a member of Kenya’s Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ).

The announcement was made by State House on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, with President William Ruto naming the former MP to fill one of the two vacant CAJ positions. Dorothy Jemator Kimengech was also selected from a pool of 278 applicants narrowed down to these two final candidates.

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Jaguar, a prominent Kenyan politician, entrepreneur, and musician, entered politics in 2017, winning the Starehe Parliamentary seat under the Jubilee party. However, he lost his seat in August 2022 while running under the UDA party. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution from Mt. Kenya University.

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Dorothy Jemator, meanwhile, is an accomplished lawyer with over 13 years of experience in civil litigation, election law, public procurement, commercial law, arbitration, and real estate. Known for her proactive and analytical approach, Jemator has a strong background in corporate law, with extensive experience in high-profile litigation and election petitions both locally and internationally.

Former Starehe MP Jaguar has stirred the proverbial pot with his recent interview revelation – he’s never touched alcohol or smoked a cigarette in his life. This admission has elicited mixed reactions, with some praising his self-control and others questioning its practicality in the entertainment industry.

Jaguar’s advice to fellow artists echoes his personal stance: plan ahead and don’t rely on handouts. He warns against succumbing to peer pressure and demanding extravagant treats like “10 Champagnes,” reminding them that such lavish days might not always last. “If you don’t plan yourself,” he states, “do not come asking us to contribute for you because personally, I won’t contribute.”

His confession adds him to a growing list of prominent Kenyans who abstain from alcohol, including President William Ruto and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Others like Nana Gecaga and Jimmy Wanjigi also proudly identify as teetotalers.

Jaguar’s statement sparks several points of discussion:

• Is total abstinence realistic in the often-party-fueled world of entertainment?
• Does his advice on self-reliance resonate with younger artists facing financial pressures?
• How does his stance on alcohol compare to other prominent figures, and could it influence public perceptions?

While Jaguar’s personal choices regarding alcohol and self-sufficiency may not apply to everyone, his voice undoubtedly adds another perspective to the conversation. Whether you agree with his approach or not, his message prompts introspection and invites dialogue about responsible life choices and financial planning in the sometimes-precarious world of entertainment.

Despite recent accusations of selling refurbished iPhones and subpar customer service, singer-turned-politician Jaguar is adamant that his Nairobi-based phone store, iPhone Street Kenya, remains a thriving business.

The scandal erupted in October when disgruntled customers took to social media, alleging they had purchased non-original iPhones at full price. Many claimed the devices were aged and refurbished, packaged as brand new.

Facing backlash, iPhone Street Kenya acknowledged their shortcomings, admitting to a lack of dedicated customer service, causing delays in addressing queries. Furthermore, Jaguar, in a bold move, stepped forward as the director, taking responsibility for the store’s failings.

Undeterred by the negative publicity, Jaguar maintains that iPhone Street is faring well, attributing the controversy to competition. “We’ve sold over a million phones,” he says. “There will always be mishaps in any business. It was one trade-in mishap that our competitors exploited.”

He expresses gratitude for loyal customers, believing the business wouldn’t have survived if the accusations of subpar products were true. Regarding his initial reluctance to disclose ownership, Jaguar explains that he felt coming forward during the crisis was crucial. As a respected businessman, he wanted to reassure the public about the store’s integrity.

Despite the ongoing controversy, Jaguar remains confident that iPhone Street Kenya will navigate this storm and continue serving its Nairobi clientele seeking Apple products.

Key takeaways:

• iPhone Street faced accusations of selling refurbished iPhones and poor customer service.
• The store acknowledged shortcomings and Jaguar took responsibility as director.
• Despite the controversy, Jaguar claims the business is thriving and attributes the backlash to competition.
• He remains confident in iPhone Street’s future and expresses gratitude for loyal customers.

Former Starehe MP Charles Njagua, popularly known as Jaguar, has revealed the profound impact that polygamy had on his life. In a moving interview with Muthoni wa Kirumba, Jaguar shared details about his parents’ separation and the subsequent challenges he faced.

His father’s decision to take on another wife created tension and led to his mother’s departure from the marriage. Eventually, his father also abandoned the family.

Despite the pain, Jaguar refrained from judging his father, acknowledging the complexities within their relationship. He stated, “You never know the issues going on between two people. I didn’t judge my father for his actions because I never knew their issues.”

Jaguar vividly described the difficult aftermath of his parents’ separation. He moved in with his grandmother while his mother’s health deteriorated. He took on odd jobs to support her, leaving school to get medicine. Sadly, his mother passed away shortly after.

The former MP described battling depression and struggling to support himself. He recalled frequently leaving school to find work, repeating classes due to lack of fees, and receiving inconsistent support from relatives.

Jaguar credits musician Kigia Wa Esther with playing a pivotal role in his life. After losing his mother at the age of 11, Kigia and his family welcomed Jaguar into their home, offering him education, support, and a sense of belonging during his darkest days.

Through his story, Jaguar shed light on the devastating consequences of polygamy and the crucial support system that helped him overcome adversity. He emerged from his struggles, finding success in music and politics while carrying the lessons learned from his difficult past.

In a recent interview on Kameme FM, Kenyan singer and politician Charles Njagua, known as Jaguar, surprised many by openly discussing the possibility of expanding his family through polygamy.

While acknowledging that such a dynamic might not be accepted by most women, Jaguar expressed confidence that his wife would not object. “I’m married and my wife is very supportive,” he stated. “She is well taken care of and I’m certain she wouldn’t mind if I got another wife.”

Jaguar, who describes himself as a family man, currently has four children – two with his wife and two with his baby mama. He maintains a cordial relationship with his baby mama.

His willingness to consider polygamy stems from personal experience, as his father married a second wife after his mother’s passing. Additionally, several Kenyan celebrities, including musician Samidoh and gospel singer Muigai wa Njoroge, practice polygamy.

Recently, Muigai wa Njoroge paid dowry for his second wife, Queen Stacey, in a public ceremony. Samidoh’s baby mama, Senator Karen Nyamu, has also been vocal about her support for polygamy, arguing that some men are too much for one woman to handle.

“I support polygamy because there are men like Samidoh who are too much for one woman,” she stated. “Why should you keep such a strong man all to yourself? There are some men who are meant to be shared, just accept it.”

Jaguar’s openness regarding polygamy sparks conversation about societal norms and changing perspectives within Kenyan culture. While his views may not be universally embraced, they offer a glimpse into the evolving dynamics of family structure and relationships.

Musician and former Starehe MP Jaguar has credited his meteoric rise to fame to a single endorsement by prominent Kenyan politician Raila Odinga. During an interview on Kameme FM, Jaguar recounted how his hit song “Kigeugeu” caught the attention of Odinga, then a rising political leader.

Jaguar, still at the beginning of his musical career, released “Kigeugeu” in the early 2010s. The song quickly gained traction, but it was Raila’s endorsement that truly catapulted him to national fame.

“After releasing ‘Kigeugeu’, Raila called me to his office and told me he was a big fan,” recalled Jaguar. “Later, on his interview with Churchill Show, the host asked him to mention his favorite singer and song. Raila surprised me by saying I was his favorite artist and ‘Kigeugeu’ was his top truck at the time.”

This public praise from a respected figure like Odinga instantly boosted Jaguar’s popularity. “After the mention,” he said, “I went viral. My phone was ringing off the hook with people booking me for shows. ‘Kigeugeu’ became an instant hit.”

Despite the significant influence Odinga’s endorsement had on his career, Jaguar’s political loyalties shifted over time. He eventually joined forces with Odinga’s rival, Uhuru Kenyatta, during the 2013 general election. This new alliance led him to a successful campaign for the Starehe MP seat in 2017.

In 2022, Jaguar opted out of the political arena and was instead appointed to the Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) position, a decision that faced legal challenges.

Jaguar’s story reflects the significant impact that endorsements from influential figures can have on aspiring artists. His journey from a budding musician to a household name highlights the power of recognition and support from established individuals.

Kenyan singer and politician Jaguar has warned gospel singer Guardian Angel that his newly launched music label, 7 Heaven Music, is likely to fail if the signed artist does not put in the work.

Jaguar pointed out that several music labels in Kenya have closed down after a short stint because the signed artists become lazy and expect too much from the labels. He cited examples of Bahati’s EMB Records, Otile Brown’s Just In Love Music label, and Nadia Mukami’s Sevens Creative Hub label, which all collapsed within a few years of being established.

Jaguar advised Guardian Angel and his signed artist to work hard and focus on their careers if they want 7 Heaven Music to succeed. He said that being signed to a label is only 40% of the battle, and the rest is up to the artist to put in the hard work.

Singer-turned-politician Charles Njagua, better known by his stage name Jaguar, has weighed in on why most Kenyan artists are struggling in music and financially.

Speaking during a recent radio interview, Jaguar said that most artists do not take their craft seriously. He explained that artists should strive to be the best at what they do and treat music as a business.

“Most artists are not serious about their music,” Jaguar said. “They think that they can just wake up one day and become famous. But it doesn’t work like that. You have to be willing to put in the hard work and dedication if you want to be successful.”

Jaguar also said that artists need to be more business-minded. He said that artists need to learn how to market themselves and their music. They also need to learn how to manage their finances.

“If you want to be successful in music, you need to be more than just a talented artist,” Jaguar said. “You need to be a businessperson as well.”

Jaguar’s comments come at a time when the Kenyan music industry is facing a number of challenges. The industry is struggling to compete with foreign music, and artists are finding it difficult to make a living from their music.

Jaguar’s comments are a reminder that artists need to be serious about their craft if they want to be successful. They need to be willing to put in the hard work and dedication, and they need to be business-minded. If they can do these things, they will be well on their way to success.

Jaguar claims that because to his adaptability, he has made $1 million in countries like Rwanda. He’s a businessman who thinks everyone should bargain for a better deal on wages.

“Nimesikia KRG amesema muziki haina pesa, but I am a witness it has alot of money ukijipanga na ukifanya muziki mzuri. Back like 7 years ago, Safaricom live as an ambassador used to pay me like sh 6 million. I am a witness that music has a lot of money, ukijipanga na ufanye muziki mzuri. Nikujipanga.”

Muziki ni biashara for instance if you call me to perform in a club with 200 revellers siwezi kukuambia unilipe one million.

I will ask kwa hivo hizo rate cards mimi sijawahi kuwa nazo. Nakuuliza sponsor ni nani kama ni kampuni before that tunanegotiate. I can even perform shows for as little as sh50k.”

Akothee is not yet done with CAS Charles Njagua after he claimed that he’s wealthier than her and shouldn’t be compared to her. Turns out, it was a wrong move to go after the former President of single mothers.

After Jaguar’s sentiments, Akothee has been hurling unprintable insults at the CAS; without caring what anyone thinks about her/them.

Akothee started off by disapproving Jaguar’s sentiments of being wealthier than her. She spewed that he’s only rich because of his Government job-not from music. She added that Jaguar is only surviving with tax-payers money.

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Jaguar Vs Akothee

It’s quite intriguing that the two have had a surreptitious beef for years. Akothee recently unearthed news about her beef with Jaguar from 2016.

She claims Jaguar has been trying to use her name to remain relevant over the years;

From the latter, it’s evident that Jaguar has been following up on Akothee’s life. Is there more to this that we don’t know about?

Akothee recently expressed her disappointment with CAS Charles Njagua over his remarks on who’s richer than who.

According to Jaguar, he was willing to quit music after realizing that he was ranked below Akothee and Tanzanian musical star Harmonize in the list of East Africa’s richest musicians.

Jaguar insisted that the wealth he has accumulated over the years is more than Harmonize’s & Akothee’s – and that he should not be compared to them.

Upon learning about the same, Akothee’s reaction was imminent. The mother of 5 took to her social media to hurl insults at Jaguar, stating that he had lost sense of identity as a man. She further insisted that Jaguar isn’t good enough in music; and he was only enriched after getting a role in the government.

Similarly, Tanzanian artist Konde Boy hasn’t shushed over the issue. He recently commented on Jaguar’s Instagram post; admonishing to leave music because of his age.

”That Y You Said You Got Money Over Me Lol ???????????? I have already denied your title from our former president magufuli if i was at your age i would have retired from music LOVE YOU BRO KEEP BANK ON IT ✌️✌️???????? i love you big bro keep on cashing out keep banking on it 100%,” he wrote.

And the three are yet to settle their predicaments.

Jaguar was recently interviewed by SPM Buzz and among the things he wanted to discuss and dispel were the allegations he has been eating his huge CAS salary with a big spoon, balling and enjoying the company of a beauty whom he took on a mind-blowing date.

Colonel Mustafa receives 1 million Kshs from Jaguar

He was speaking in Defence of himself as Kenyans have been claiming he has been bowling and living life Lodge off of his salary as a CAS.

And indeed it is true that Jaguar is one of the wealthiest celebrities in Kenya as he has a wide array of businesses that are the source of his vast wealth including garages and a record label.

Meet the model helping Jaguar eat his money

What is really interesting is that he said that if Akothee or Harmonize are wealthier than him, he’d quit making music and retire himself to a quiet life as a public servant.

”Ile kitu naeza sema ni kumshukuru Mungu mahali amenifikisha. Mimi naeza swear apa, kama mtu kama Akothee na Harmonize wamenishinda naeza wacha muziki.”

Jaguar has recently been on the limelight after he showed off what his money is all about. After being appointed CAS Ministry of Youth and Sports, Jaguar is still making it big.

Despite getting criticism from netizens that he’s embezzling taxes, Jaguar claims he’s actually wealthy and has done a lot himself over the years.

We’re well aware that Jaguar started music several years ago; but he has been quite inactive over the years, especially after getting a role in the government, until recently, when he released a song featuring Tanzanian musician Lavalava.

There’s always the colloquy on which musician is richer than the other. You’d remember how Diamond was pissed after he wasn’t ranked in Forbe’s richest musicians in East Africa.

Anyway, Jaguar has also been disenchanted to be ranked below Akothee and Tanzanian musician Harmonize. He divulged in a recent interview that he’s ready to quit music if Akothee and Harmonize are richer than him.

”Ile kitu naeza sema ni kumshukuru Mungu mahali amenifikisha. Mimi naeza swear apa, kama mtu kama Akothee na Harmonize wamenishinda naeza wacha muziki.”

He further stated that he’s ready to quit his current CAS job if they’re indeed richer than him.

During a period of high taxation and high cost of living, some members of Parliament are eating life with a big spoon; and they’re not tardy to show off that money ain’t a problem to them.

CAS Charles Njagua Kanyi alias Jaguar has elicited mixed reactions on social media after sharing a photo that has left people talking.

The photo shows Jaguar, reporedly holding the hand of Cate Waruguru, something that can confuse the two as people who are dating.

The two proceed to have a meal, with two lavish cars visible on the background.

The two vehicles were a Cadillac Escalade SUV and a Mercedes Benz sedan.

“Nobody can be you better than yourself,” he wrote.

Many Kenyans seemed unimpressed by his show of financial might and have reacted by saying it’s their tax money being enjoyed by the CAS. Some even went ahead to remind him about his song ‘Kigeugeu’ and claimed that he’s manifesting the meaning of it.