Nyandarua senator John Methu has gone viral for an unexpected reason—his voice. The youthful politician, known for his vocal political views and sharp online presence, recently surprised Kenyans with a video of himself singing along to Lionel Richie’s romantic hit Just Go. His performance, shared on TikTok, left many impressed by his deep vocals and charming demeanor.
Seated comfortably in the back seat of a car, Methu sang with passion, even delivering the lyrics in his signature Kikuyu-accented English. While the accent sparked some playful teasing, it was the senator’s genuine emotion and boldness in sharing the video that won the hearts of many fans, especially women.
“Are you looking for a romantic man? Get one from Nyandarua,” he captioned the video—an audacious claim that social media users quickly rallied around, turning his TikTok into a comment haven full of admiration, humor, and flirty compliments.
Some netizens praised the harmony in his singing, while others joked about his romantic potential. One user hilariously asked the senator to father her child, while another suggested he should restore his hair before looking for her. A flood of compliments and jokes filled the comment section, with users calling him handsome and reminiscing about his political journey from Jabini to Parliament.
While the video painted a lighter side of the senator, Methu is no stranger to controversy. In the political arena, he is known as a staunch ally of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and one of President William Ruto’s fiercest critics. His bold commentary has often landed him in verbal spats, including a notable online exchange with nominated senator Karen Nyamu.
The clash began when Methu questioned leadership changes at the Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital (KUTRH), a comment that didn’t sit well with Nyamu. She clapped back, noting that leadership is temporary. Methu responded with a jab, telling Nyamu to stick to dancing and twerking online and promising to “signal her when dancers are needed,” a remark that drew both criticism and laughter from followers.
In another moment that grabbed attention, Methu recently unveiled a new clean-cut look, shaving his usually shaggy hair and beard. The move followed criticism from some Kenyans who felt that, as an elected leader, he should maintain a more polished appearance. While many applauded his transformation, the senator made it clear that he embraces both his style and identity, regardless of public opinion.
Now based in Nyandarua, Methu continues to balance the serious with the playful—blending grassroots leadership with a growing online fan base. His latest romantic karaoke moment may not have been a political statement, but it certainly cemented his status as one of Kenya’s most relatable and charismatic politicians.
Whether he’s challenging government policies, clashing with fellow leaders, or singing his heart out, Senator John Methu knows how to keep the public watching—and talking.
