A touching incident occurred in the remote Kakamega house of gospel musician Daddy Owen in the middle of the hectic Christmas preparations.
Owen's family welcomed the daughter of the president, Charlene Chelagat Ruto, for what sources described to Nairobi News as "an introduction ceremony" on Friday, December 23.
During the event, the First Daughter had the opportunity to meet Owen's mother, Margaret Mwatia. It's worth noting that Owen lost his father in 2017.
The award-winning gospel star has been frequently associated with Charlene, primarily due to their joint involvement in various charitable events.
According to multiple sources informed by Nairobi News, a lavish ceremony took place in Eshifiru village within Kakamega county.
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While exclusive photos of the event, seen by this writer but unable to be published, confirm the prearranged nature of the affair. The first daughter arrived with a significant security detail, and Isikuti dancers were enlisted to add to the festivities.
Charlene, adorned in a red dress, was photographed joyfully dancing to Luhya songs in the company of several women.
Owen wore a black cap and a designer shirt in shades of brown and black.
A few special celebrities were there, but the event remained low-key, with Owen's family making up the majority of the attendees. There were other younger brothers and Loise Mwatia, Owen's elder sister.
The people in Charlene's group were her close friends.
There was a large buffet of food at the ceremony, including traditional meals and a range of refreshments, including traditional cocktails.
“There was chicken, fish, beef, and other food,” the source from the area told Nairobi News further describing the event as one filled with joy.
Owen’s mother and Charlene exchanged gifts, reminiscent of a daughter visiting her mother.
“Charlene Ruto, in the spirit of the occasion, brought thoughtful presents and received a warm Luhya land welcome,” our source added, “And the mother reciprocated with gifts, including macadamia nuts, simsim, and other thoughtful items.”
At one point, Owen tied a lesso around Charlene’s waist as part of the ceremony.
“The villagers were left in awe by the heartfelt exchange. We were all happy and entertained,” the source said.
Numerous efforts to contact Daddy Owen through phone calls and three separate text and WhatsApp messages remained unanswered at the time of going to press.
In November, Owen posted photos of himself engaging in a basketball game with Charlene.
The images triggered rumors, causing netizens to speculate that there could be more than just a friendly connection between them.
Daddy Owen took the opportunity to address the circulating rumors and clarify the nature of his relationship with Charlene when contacted by Milele FM.
“Ah, what’s all this about? Bro, you know there are some things that shouldn’t be talked about. Some are serious, man… Let’s not go there. You’re my brother; I wouldn’t want to put you in a tough spot,” Daddy Owen said.
“No, it’s just work. Apart from being friends, we have many projects we’re working on together… It’s not necessary that every time you see me with someone, they have to be more than a friend,” he explained.
