Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja picked former Speaker seat candidate Jackson Veira alias DJ Rimshot to be one of the entertainers at the Nairobi Festival.
Speaking in Nairobi on December 15, the Governor announced that the former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) politician would showcase his talent at the inaugural festival.
The DJ contested the Nairobi Speaker seat in the August 9 polls after he unsuccessfully vied in the UDA primaries for the Central Ward post.
“It’s about the vibe, the people, our culture, it’s about the positioning and how to sell to the world," the Governor expressed.
On his part, Veira thanked Sakaja for showing faith in him promising to bring his best foot forward.
“I want to thank the convener and brainchild of the Nairobi Festival Governor Johnson Sakaja for inviting me to perform. I will not disappoint the Governor nor the Nairobians who will attend my show.
"I will put up a master class performance as an early Christmas package to the great people of Nairobi,” he stated.
Apart from Viera, over 40 other artists were picked to entertain revellers in the event that began on December 12.
”We have over 50 signed artists who will be on stage across the week. Our main acts will be on stage from Friday, December 16 to Saturday, December 17.
"We have over 35 DJs from the city. We have given priority to the people from Nairobi City only," Media personality Shaffie Weru intimated.
The festival began on December 12 with residents charged ksh100 to attend the fair.
Nairobi festival held at Uhuru Park entails showcasing music, creative graffiti, photography, culture, sports, food and film.
