Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko’s daughter, Saumu Mbuvi, has broken her silence over reports alleging she was admitted to a rehabilitation centre for drug addiction.
In a candid statement shared on her Instagram page on Thursday, October 30, 2025, Saumu strongly refuted the rumours, describing them as false, painful, and deeply unfair.
She clarified that although she has battled bipolar disorder, she has never struggled with substance abuse.
“Lately, so much has been said about me things that cut deeply, especially because they came from people I love. I’ve been called names, judged, and misunderstood by many who never stopped to ask what I was truly going through,” she said.
Saumu explained that her decision to seek professional help was solely for mental health treatment, not addiction recovery.
“Yes, I’ve battled bipolar disorder, a condition that has tested me in ways words can hardly explain. But what I have never battled is drug addiction. I was never in rehab for that. I sought help for my mental health, not because I was lost in addiction, but because I was fighting to find myself again,” she clarified.
“It Hurts to Be Shamed for Trying to Heal”
The mother of two expressed disappointment at being shamed for seeking therapy, especially by those close to her. She said the experience taught her to value resilience, compassion, and emotional honesty.
“It hurts to be shamed for trying to heal. It hurts even more when that shame comes from your own blood. But I’ve learnt that pain can be sacred it awakens strength you didn’t know you had,” she wrote.
Message of Hope
Beyond addressing the rumours, Saumu used her platform to send a message of encouragement to others struggling with mental health issues, urging them not to feel ashamed for seeking help.
“To anyone who has ever been mocked for their mental health journey, or judged for needing help: please know, you are not broken. You are human. You are worthy of understanding and love,” she encouraged.
Saumu concluded by reaffirming her commitment to continue her healing journey with grace, faith, and courage, saying her story is one of survival and purpose.
“I may be bruised, but I am not destroyed. Even through tears, I choose grace over bitterness, and truth over silence. My story isn’t one of shame; it’s one of survival, courage, and faith. And I know that with time, God will turn even this pain into purpose. It’s okay not to be okay,” she concluded.
