HON. KHODHE PHELIX ODIWUOR
Constituency: Lang'ataHis Excellency Hon. Phelix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang’o, is a Kenyan politician, media personality, and entrepreneur. Born on April 27, 1983, in Homa Bay County, he rose to fame as a comedian and radio host, gaining prominence in the entertainment industry. Jalang’o ventured into politics and was elected Member of Parliament for Lang’ata Constituency […]
His Excellency Hon. Phelix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang’o, is a Kenyan politician, media personality, and entrepreneur. Born on April 27, 1983, in Homa Bay County, he rose to fame as a comedian and radio host, gaining prominence in the entertainment industry. Jalang’o ventured into politics and was elected Member of Parliament for Lang’ata Constituency in 2022 under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. His political agenda emphasizes education, youth empowerment, and infrastructure development. Jalang’o’s transition from entertainment to politics reflects his commitment to serving his community.
Educational Background
From | To | Institution | Qualification |
2014 | 2018 | Daystar University | B.A Community Developments |
1998 | 2001 | Nyangoma Boys Secondary School | KCSE |
1990 | 1997 | Lake Primary School- Homabay | KCPE |
Work Experience
From | To | Employer | Position held |
2020 | 2022 | Radio Africa Group | Radio Host |
2018 | 2020 | Mediamax Network Ltd | Radio Host |
2017 | 2018 | Royal Media Services | Radio Host |
2013 | 2017 | Standard Group | Radio Host |
2007 | 2013 | Radio Africa Group | Radio Host |
2010 | 2022 | Arena Media | Director/CEO |
Politics
Projects
| Revenue: KES. 99,052,635 |
| Expenditure: KES. 74,351,149 |
Non-current Assets
| Total Contract Amount: KES. 47,690,025 |
| Amount of Money Paid: KES. 47,690,025 |
| % Age Payment: 100% |
| Status of the Project: Not done. Funds of KES.10,290,025 was transferred to other Government units but projects were not executed. No value for money confirmed on the amount spent. |
| Location: Kongoni Secondary School |
| Total Contract Amount: KES.92,417,657 |
| Amount of Money Paid: KES. 28,095,746 (initial contractor) + KES. 4,611,252 (new contractor) = KES. 32,706,998 |
| % Age Payment: 35.4% |
| Status of the Project: Incomplete The contractor’s performance bond expired before the last payment. 50% of retention money was released without justification. A new contractor was hired directly without proper procurement procedures. The new contractor received KES. 4,611,252, but there was no proof of additional work done. Physical inspection in March 2024 confirmed that the project was abandoned. Violations of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015 |
Citizen’s Performance Score Card
Educational Background
From | To | Institution | Qualification |
2014 | 2018 | Daystar University | B.A Community Developments |
1998 | 2001 | Nyangoma Boys Secondary School | KCSE |
1990 | 1997 | Lake Primary School- Homabay | KCPE |
Work Experience
From | To | Employer | Position held |
2020 | 2022 | Radio Africa Group | Radio Host |
2018 | 2020 | Mediamax Network Ltd | Radio Host |
2017 | 2018 | Royal Media Services | Radio Host |
2013 | 2017 | Standard Group | Radio Host |
2007 | 2013 | Radio Africa Group | Radio Host |
2010 | 2022 | Arena Media | Director/CEO |
Politics
Projects
| Revenue: KES. 99,052,635 |
| Expenditure: KES. 74,351,149 |
Non-current Assets
| Total Contract Amount: KES. 47,690,025 |
| Amount of Money Paid: KES. 47,690,025 |
| % Age Payment: 100% |
| Status of the Project: Not done. Funds of KES.10,290,025 was transferred to other Government units but projects were not executed. No value for money confirmed on the amount spent. |
| Location: Kongoni Secondary School |
| Total Contract Amount: KES.92,417,657 |
| Amount of Money Paid: KES. 28,095,746 (initial contractor) + KES. 4,611,252 (new contractor) = KES. 32,706,998 |
| % Age Payment: 35.4% |
| Status of the Project: Incomplete The contractor’s performance bond expired before the last payment. 50% of retention money was released without justification. A new contractor was hired directly without proper procurement procedures. The new contractor received KES. 4,611,252, but there was no proof of additional work done. Physical inspection in March 2024 confirmed that the project was abandoned. Violations of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015 |