Mohammed Abduba Dida, a familiar face in Kenya’s political arena and a two-time presidential candidate, has regained his freedom after serving three years in a United States prison. Mohammed Abduba Dida has been released from prison after serving three years. Was Abduba Dida released from prison? A spot check by TUKO.co.ke on the Big Muddy Correctional Centre’s inmate database confirmed that Dida was released on March 4 through early parole, despite being initially slated for release in 2029. The correctional records indicate that the former high school teacher had been incarcerated since November 18, 2022.
Dida was put behind bars after being convicted of stalking and transmitting threats in violation of a court-issued restraining order. This happened in 2021 after his American wife, Shannon, filed a complaint against him, accusing him of stalking and making threats, which led her to obtain a restraining order. Why was Abduba Dida jailed? The former presidential candidate’s legal woes began following an incident where Dida was spotted near a mosque located close to Shannon’s residence. Dida is said to have attended the mosque for prayer, but his presence within the neighbourhood, which was within the restricted area defined by the restraining order, led to his arrest and subsequent imprisonment. The two allegedly have a daughter together. His defence argued that he had not intended to violate the order, but the court found him in breach, ultimately sentencing him to seven years.
However, his time behind bars was cut short, and he walked free just over three years later. His release marks the end of a quiet and difficult chapter for the former presidential hopeful, who captured public attention during the 2013 and 2017 General Elections with his charismatic speeches and passionate advocacy for the common mwananchi. As of this publication, Dida has not issued any public statements since his release. Mohammed Abduba Dida is a former two-time presidential candidate. Social media reactions Social media has been buzzing with reactions to Mohammed Abduba Dida’s unexpected release. Here are some comments from netizens: @phanuelkasuni: “Let him come back home, we like him.” @mosese1538924: “Ladies will always make men suffer.” @DamaKalume: “Aya,that’s where he was kumbe.” @PunterDok: “His suitability as president now properly cemented by that prison stint. We like ’em hardcore.” @GladysMuchiri6: “Qualified now akuje ground aanze campaign.” @deno_n “He will surely vie for President in 2027.”
by DanVictor Munene
