Nairobi News

Renowned gospel singer Muigai Wa Njoroge is preparing to pay dowry to his second wife, Queen Stacey, in a ceremony scheduled for this Saturday, August 26.

The polygamous musician’s friend, Karangu Wa Muraya, made the announcement on Facebook, saying the event will take place in Ndeiya, Kiambu County.

In a relationship spanning more than a decade, Muigai and Queen Stacey have weathered their fair share of controversy and public scrutiny.

In 2021, while attending the funeral of a fellow musician, Muigai spoke about the challenges he faces as a public figure with multiple wives, while also expressing frustration over the double standards that often comes into play.

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“It’s not a sin for me to have a second wife,” Muigai said back then, while explaining that his motivation to marry Queen Stacey stemmed from his desire to provide stability for his children.

“I couldn’t allow the mother of my children to wander while taking care of my kids. I have chosen to have two wives for a reason,” he said.

Muigai’s sentiments about his personal life have sparked debates about public perception, fame and personal choices.

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He underscored that polygamous arrangements are not unique to him and suggested that some individuals lead such lives without the public eye dissecting their decisions.

His first wife, Njeri, has also been candid about her journey in embracing the polygamous arrangement.

In a Facebook live session, in June, Njeri admitted that it took time for her to accept the situation, revealing that there were tears and emotional struggles during the transition.

“It has been 11 years,” she disclosed.

“We cried and drank, and we tried all we could. Muigai and Stacey even have a 12-year-old child. It wasn’t easy.”

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