Octopizzo Praises Raila Odinga Junior
Kenyan hip-hop artist Octopizzo has recently voiced his concerns about the ongoing water crisis in Kibra, Nairobi. He attributes the issue not to weather conditions, but to failures in leadership and poor planning.
In a statement he shared on X on Friday, January 23, 2026, the musician from Kibra shed light on the hardships that residents have been enduring in recent weeks. Some neighborhoods have been without water for almost a month, even though they are situated close to areas that have a steady supply.
Octopizzo highlighted that the ongoing crisis has revealed significant gaps in policy and governance that continue to harm vulnerable communities. He emphasized the glaring differences between neighboring estates, arguing that the issue can’t simply be attributed to geography.
“Water scarcity in Kibra isn’t just about the lack of rain; it stems from policy failures, political agendas, crumbling infrastructure, and a lack of accountability. We can’t accept a situation where water flows freely in Jamhuri and Woodley, while just 200 to 500 meters away, areas like Makina and Karanja are left dry. That’s not a geographical issue; it’s a matter of justice. When a community can go three weeks without water in a city filled with pipelines, it’s not nature that’s at fault; it’s a failure of leadership and coordination,” Octopizzo stated.
In his recent statement, the artist took a moment to recognize the positive strides being made in parts of Kibra. He gave a special shout-out to Raila Odinga Junior for stepping up after residents voiced their concerns about the ongoing water shortage.
“I want to express my gratitude to Raila Odinga Junior for his intervention. I just returned from Karanja, and I can confirm that the water is starting to flow again, albeit slowly. It really makes a difference when someone shows up,” he mentioned in his remarks.
While he appreciated this temporary relief, Octopizzo cautioned that Kibra’s water issues can’t be fixed with quick solutions or individual efforts alone. He called on both residents and leaders to advocate for sustainable solutions that tackle the underlying problems of infrastructure, planning, and accountability within the water supply system.
“But Kibra can’t just survive on goodwill and temporary fixes. We need to come together, push for real structural changes, and ensure that this situation never repeats itself. Water is a fundamental right, not a privilege. Governance has to ensure it flows reliably, fairly, and with respect,” Octopizzo expressed.
He pointed out that the water crisis has hit households in Makina, Karanja, and nearby villages hard, leaving families with no choice but to turn to expensive water vendors or unsafe sources.
Octopizzo Praises Raila Odinga Junior
