John Mbadi is a Kenyan politician and National Assembly member. He belongs to the Orange Democratic Movement and was recently nominated by President William Ruto as CS Finance.
John Mbadi Ng’ongo, represents the Gwassi Constituency in the National Assembly of Kenya.
Early Life and Education
John Mbadi was born in Seka, Lwala sub-location in Suna District. He is the last child in a family of seven children.
He attended Ligongo Primary School and later Kokuro Boys Secondary School.
He earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1996 from the University of Nairobi.
His quest for knowledge continued with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the same university in 2007.
Career
Mbadi has 28 years of experience in finance, leadership, and politics.
He served as an Assistant Accountant, Accountant, and Senior Accountant at the University of Nairobi.
He was also from 2004 to 2008 the Finance Director at Medair East Africa’s South Sudan Programme.
Currently, he represents the Suba South Constituency in the National Assembly and chairs the Public Accounts Committee.
Political Roles
Mbadi is the Leader of the Minority Party and the Chairman of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).
He has held various leadership roles within the National Assembly, participating in committees overseeing different sectors of government.
Net Worth and Estimated Value
His net worth is estimated at Kshs. 58.3 Million as of September 2022.
Wife and Family
John Mbadi is married to Rhoda Mbadi and has two children: Natalie Mbandi and Maxwell Mbandi.
Conclusion
John Mbadi’s journey from student to politician reflects his commitment to public service and financial acumen. His recent nomination as Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury and Planning underscores his pivotal role in Kenya’s economic landscape.
