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Philip Kimani: Gospel musician turns down Sh1 million from MP Njoroge Kururia

Gatundu North MP Njoroge Kururia (L) and Musician Philip Kimani (R) [Facebook]

Kikuyu gospel artist Philip Kimani has graciously declined a Sh1 million award offered by Gatundu North MP Elijah Njoroge Kururia, despite garnering overwhelming support from fans during an online vote.

The legislator had taken to Facebook to call on the public to vote for a deserving gospel figure, narrowing down the selection to two respected artists: Philip Kimani and Dr. Sarah K.

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