Mumias East Member of Parliament, Peter Kalerwa Salasya, has become one of Kenya’s most talked-about bachelors. Despite receiving numerous expressions of admiration from women on social media, Salasya has made it clear that marriage is not a priority for him at the moment.
Speaking during an interview on the Gidi na Ghost morning show on Radio Jambo, the youthful legislator emphasized that he is entirely focused on his parliamentary duties. He urged those hoping for a romantic relationship with him to exercise patience, stating that his work takes precedence over personal affairs.
“I want to tell them to remain calm and patient. You might desire me, but actually getting me is where the challenge lies,” Salasya remarked humorously.
Salasya, known for his vibrant and humorous personality, hinted at his larger political aspirations, including a potential run for the presidency. He believes that dedicating himself fully to his duties as an MP is necessary to build a solid foundation for his future in leadership.
“I am very busy. Sometimes I am in Nairobi, other times I am at home. I am always on the move, traveling from one place to another to organize things for the people of Mumias East. This is because I want to become the President of Kenya. That’s why I aim to be the number one hardworking MP in Kenya,” he stated.
Interestingly, while Salasya himself has chosen to postpone marriage, he has encouraged young people in his constituency to tie the knot. According to him, marriage fosters responsibility and reduces social issues such as crime and promiscuity.
“Marriage is a matter for God. I told the people of Mumias East that all young people who have reached the age of marriage should marry because everyone in the constituency must have responsibilities. The troublemakers are usually those who are not married,” he explained.
For Salasya, getting married now would mean diverting his attention from pressing issues affecting his constituents. He believes his time is best spent improving infrastructure, education, and social welfare in Mumias East.
“If I get involved with women, or even marry, I will lose focus. I have said that I must first organize the constituency, ensure children go to school, build schools, roads, bridges, and everything else,” he asserted.
Despite his current stance, Salasya revealed that he does plan to marry in the future potentially more than once. “I plan to marry at least three wives,” he disclosed, leaving many to wonder when that time will come.
For now, Salasya remains dedicated to his vision for Mumias East, with marriage taking a back seat as he strives to transform his constituency.
