Ezekiel Machogu Net Worth
This article will unlock the financial prowess of Ezekiel Machogu, and delve into the intriguing realm of his net worth. With curiosity piqued and speculation abound, we dissect the sources, ventures, and strategic moves that have propelled Machogu’s economic standing to remarkable heights.
As we explore the enigma of his wealth, we also tackle his Biography;
Ezekiel Machogu Biography
Education and background
Ezekiel Machogu’s tribe is a Kisii from the Abaghusii ethnic group. He was born in 1956 and is 68 years old (2024). Ezekiel Ombaki is a member of NAPK party since 2017.
The politician attended his primary school (undefined) and later proceeded to Nduru secondary school in 1970-1973 and later in 1974 joined Agoro Sare high school for his A-Level certificate. He later joined Nairobi University in 1976 and acquired his Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- 1961- 1969 – primary school
- 1970-1973 – Nduru secondary school (O-Level Certificate)
- 1974-1975 – Agoro Sare High School (A-LEVEL certificate)
- 1976-1979 – University of Nairobi ( Bachelor of Arts BA)
Machogu’s Carreer
Ezekiel has been successful in his career where he has served several offices. In 1976, he joined the office of the President then the Late president Daniel Moi as a District Officer (D.O) until 1997.
In 1998 he served the same position until 2008 during the reign of the Late president Mwai Kibaki.
Machogu was later employed as a senior deputy secretary at the Public service commission from 2008 to 2016.
Ezekiel Machogu Politics
Machogu joined politics in 2017 when he vied and won the Nyaribari Masaba constituency as their MP. He served in the national assembly until 2022 when he decided to try higher bid. He competed with Hon. Simba Arati and lost the sit to him.
It is at this point that the President gave him the opportunity to be at the Cabinet. He is currently serving as the Cabinet Secretary of education a seat he got from the late Magoha.
Machogu as CS education
Having found a newly introduced curriculum, Machogu has done the best to make sure that his docket is a success.
He has been up and down pushing for the 100% transition every educational year something that has raised the number of students transiting from primary schools to secondary schools.
As he continues to shape the ministry its clear that things have not been easy.
His docket has been on the lime light for long after the ministry was accused of lack of competency while marking examinations.
The recent exams shows that the results were ruled out wrongly since students received wrong results. This really tainted his ministry badly a situation he promised to never happen again.
In addition to the messes in the ministry, there has been questions of students of tertiary education who needed answers to the ongoing HELB disbursement funds. This situation according to him is still being handled.\
Apart from the little nad obvious problems sorrounding the ministry, he was rated as the second-best CS in the Kenya Kwanza administration with a rating of 55%.
Marriage life
Ezekiel Ombaki Machogu likes to keep his personal life private thus the information about Ezekiel Ombaki’s dating life is less known. Its publicly known that he has one wife by the name Jemimah Machogu who he introduced during one of the varsity graduations he attended. The two are reported to have 5 children together.
Ezekiel Machogu Salary
Machogu has accumulated a lot of wealth since his journey in politics started. Being the best performing person in government during the Late Presidents moi regime, its clear that he has worked his heel to accumulate enough and expand his net worth.
Because of his position as a Member of Parliament in Kenya, Ezekiel Ombaki receives a monthly basic taxable salary of KES. 924,000 in addition to a number of allowances.
As a result, Ezekiel Ombaki receives an average minimum gross salary of KES 1,378,000. These allowances include mileage, sitting, and responsibility perks.
Ezekiel Machogu Net worth
Education Cabinet Secretary (CS) nominee Ezekiel Machogu has revealed that he is worth Ksh590million.
Machogu disclosed his networth when he appeared before the National Assembly Committee on appointments for vetting on Friday, October 21, 2022.
Source of Ezekiel Machogu Net worth
The former Nyaribari Masaba Member of Parliament (MP) revealed that he accrued most of his wealth from rental income.
“My financial net worth is 590M. I have buildings in Nairobi, 3 in Eastlands, another in Pangani, I have apartments in Milimani, Kileleshwa, Ngong and near Yaya Centre. I own a plot in Kisii town and 30 acres of land in Kisii. I own vehicles (a Mercedes and a V8),” he stated.
In a nut shell, he owns 7 residential apartments and two pieces of land one in Kisii (30 hectares) and another in Nairobi.
The apartments are distributed in:
- Yaya
- Kileleshwa
- Jogoo road
- Milimani
- Pangani
Apart from hectares of land and the petrol gazzlers, the accrued cabinet Secretary is believed to manage high tonnage of businesses with wide shares at companies.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Ezekiel Machogu’s net worth reflects a culmination of strategic investments, astute business decisions, and a solid career as a Chief Security Officer in the education sector.
With a monthly income of 924,000 and ownership of seven residential apartments in prime locations across Nairobi, in, Machogu has established himself as a prominent figure in the real estate market.
Beyond real estate, Machogu’s involvement in high-tonnage businesses highlights his diversified investment strategy, indicative of his acumen in identifying lucrative opportunities across various sectors.
Ezekiel Machogu’s journey to wealth exemplifies the rewards of diligence, foresight, and calculated risk-taking in the realm of finance and investment.
FAQs
1. What is The estimated Net worth of Ezekiel Machogu
As of 2022 his net worth stands at 590 million. This might fluctuate due to financial crisis or the vice versa
2. How many children does Ezekiel Machogu have?
He has 5 children, three daughters and 2 sons.
3. How did Ezekiel Machogu accumulate his wealth?
He owns 7 residential apartments and two pieces of land one in Kisii (30 hectares) and another in Nairobi, petrol guzzlers (Mercedes Benz and V8). He is also a business man.
