The famous Mike Sonko shocked the Kenyan media after he posted a video revealing his staggering wealth, estimated to be worth a whopping Ksh. 2 billion. The contentious politician has once again found himself in the spotlight, triggering a wave of curiosity about Mike Sonko net worth.
Sonko has gained both fame and notoriety for his flashy lifestyle and successful business ventures. Many people are curious about his net worth which reflects his remarkable rise from a modest background to becoming one of Kenya’s most prominent figures.
Mike Sonko Net Worth 2025
The flamboyant Mike Sonko with a networth of Ksh 1.5 billion ranks among the wealthiest politicians who control a huge chunk of the country’s real estate.
Even though there were claims that Mike Sonko is into shady drug deals, he fiercely denied it stating that he was an astute businessman with investments in transport, real estate and other sectors.
“The only drugs which I know are the drugs that the doctors whom I hire during my medical camps bring. Those drugs given by doctors and nurses are the only ones I know.”
Mike Sonko
Besides that, Sonko is on record saying he acquired his wealth way before he was elected Makadara Member of Parliament in 2010.
“I’m worth more than the annual budget of Nairobi, and I’ve got some fixed deposit accounts of about $ 5 million in different banks. And I put money even way back before I became an Mp from the proceeds which I used to get”
Mike Sonko
Born in 1975, the 50-year-old former Nairobi governor Mike Sonko net worth is estimated at more than Ksh 2 billion.
It is believed that Sonko’s wealth accumulates from 19 private properties, 24 vehicles, and 10 companies among other properties.
The ex-Nairobi governor is a family man having three beautiful daughters and three adopted children.
Sandra (their last-born daughter) is specifically in the spotlight for sharing a video on her Instagram showing Kenyans a house tour of their expensive palatial home.
Before venturing into politics, Mike Sonko owned a vast Matatu business empire which he managed with his wife, Primrose Mbuvi.
Sources indicate that Sonko could be banking more than Ksh 40,000 daily from the matatu business.
However, upon his election in 2017 as Nairobi governor, he converted them into the famous Sonko rescue team which would later a political backlash.
Mike Sonko is now loved by many Kenyans for his kindness. He often extends a helping hand to needy children in funding their education and even adoption.
Mike Sonko net worth continues to fuel curiosity about the secret behind his immense success.
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