Felix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang’o, the former radio presenter turned Member of Parliament for Lang’ata, had set the record straight on his net worth after claims that he was worth Sh10 million.
In a past interview on Ayo TV, Jalang’o had clarified that the estimated Sh10 million was nothing close to his real value, but rather the price of one of his luxury cars.
“Sh10 million? That is just the price of one of my cars; there is a V8, Mercedes V-Class, Mercedes SLK, Discovery…. But I thank God for everything,” he said.
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During the interview, Jalang’o had proudly listed his impressive car collection, which included a V8, a Mercedes V-Class, an Overfinch (Range Rover), a Mercedes SLK, and a Discovery.
He had also revealed that he owned several apartments in Nairobi that he had turned into Airbnb rentals, which he used as a source of income. Jalang’o had mentioned that he was grateful for his success, but it was clear that his journey to financial prosperity had not been an easy one.
Unlike many others who come from wealthy families, Jalang’o had humble beginnings and had to work his way up to achieve his dreams. He had often shared stories of his early days, including a time when he and his friend, fellow comedian Otoyo, had to resort to eating rats to survive.
“We ate rats together with Otoyo when we were hungry. When you have to eat a rat, you know it means you are desperate and have tried everything in vain. A rat is the last food anyone can think of eating,” Jalang’o had recalled.
Jalang’o, despite encountering challenges along the way, had always remained steadfast in pursuing his dreams. He had put in relentless effort, refining his comedic skills and establishing a successful career in the media sector before transitioning into politics.
Through his unwavering perseverance and determination, he had earned a reputation as a prominent and esteemed personality in the entertainment industry.
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However, Jalang’o had also faced personal challenges along the way. He had lost his father during a time when he did not have enough money to take care of him.
“The saddest part is that when my father was sick, I did not have the money to take care of him. It is not like it was too serious a disease that could not be cured, but even if it was a common cold, I would not have had enough money to take care of him,” Jalang’o had shared during the interview.
Jalang’o had been deeply affected by his father’s passing, as he had always hoped to be able to care for him after all the sacrifices his father had made to see him through school.
However, Jalang’o had made a promise to himself and to his father. He had fulfilled his father’s dying wish by building a home for his mother and ensuring that his siblings received an education.
Once his family was settled, Jalang’o had decided to further his education and pursue a degree.
“When my brothers graduated and my sister married, and everybody was settled down, I decided to go to school because I could now afford it,” Jalang’o had shared.
Despite his achievements, Jalang’o had remained grounded and grateful for his blessings. He had often expressed his appreciation for the opportunities that had come his way and acknowledged the support of his fans, friends, and family in his journey to success.
