Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has announced an ambitious plan to revamp his online visibility—by hiring 100 bloggers to help him push his political messaging, especially on X (formerly Twitter), where he admits he’s lagging behind.
Taking to X, the outspoken and media-savvy legislator made his intentions clear with his usual dose of candor.
“Looking for 100 bloggers to be paid directly by me. Just text me your number and I will definitely call back, so as to help me push my agenda on X. Am doing badly on X,” he posted, sharing his contact information publicly.
Looking for 100 bloggers to be paid directly by me .Just text me your number and I will definitely call back so as to help push my agenda on X .Am doing badly on X pic.twitter.com/FrXFnozPWz
Salasya’s post sparked immediate reaction online. While some lauded him for embracing the power of digital communication, others criticized the tactic, calling it a shallow attempt to buy clout rather than earn it organically—especially on X, a platform known for harsh political scrutiny.
Despite the backlash, the move appears to be part of a wider political strategy. The first-term MP has launched a countrywide tour, claiming that his sights are firmly set on the 2027 presidential election.
In another X post, Salasya shared highlights from a recent rally:
“I want to take this opportunity to thank people of Eastleigh Nairobi for turning up in large numbers to listen to me. My presidential bid of 2027 is real,” he wrote. “We have agreed I visit Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, and Garissa after my homecoming this Saturday. ASANTE sana Isili.”
I want to take this opportunity to thank people of Eastleigh Nairobi for turning up in large numbers to listen to me .My presidential bid of 2027 is real . we have agreed I visit Mandera ,wajir ,marsabit ,and garisa after my home coming on this Saturday. ASANTE sana Isili . pic.twitter.com/JxvVms8HjG
Known for his viral antics, TikTok-ready speeches, and unconventional campaigning style, Salasya has garnered a sizable youth following on platforms like Facebook and TikTok. However, he admits that X remains a soft spot—something he hopes to fix with the new blogger blitz.
Whether the strategy will pay off—or further polarize opinions on his leadership style—remains to be seen. What is clear is that Salasya is intent on staying in the national conversation as he lays groundwork for an audacious bid to succeed President William Ruto.
