While some admired his style, others found it unkempt and criticized him heavily on social media.
The ongoing conversation around his appearance became so heated that even fellow politicians weighed in.
Eventually, the pressure became too much, and the senator made a surprising decision—he shaved it all off.
On Monday, March 17, Methu shared a fresh, clean-shaven look on his X (formerly Twitter) account, accompanied by a short but telling caption: "Nyi si wazuri by the way, imebidi."
Loosely translated, this meant he felt compelled to shave due to the constant bashing he received online.
His new look quickly became a trending topic, with netizens reacting in different ways.
At first, Methu had maintained a well-groomed beard, which many said made him appear more authoritative.
But over time, he took a different route, allowing both his hair and beard to grow freely.
Some interpreted this as a tribute to Kenya’s Mau Mau fighters, who are often associated with rugged appearances as a sign of resilience.
However, not everyone appreciated the transformation.
As the weeks passed, online critics grew louder, with some suggesting that his appearance was unbecoming of a leader.
MP Peter Kaluma even went as far as to joke that Methu should be captured and forced to shave.
Concerns about his health and well-being also emerged, as some wondered whether there was a deeper reason behind his refusal to cut his hair.
Once Methu finally took the plunge and shaved, reactions flooded social media.
While some people praised his clean-cut look, others jokingly mourned the loss of his shaggy style.
One user commented, "For the sake of children and youth, it is important for leaders to model proper grooming and tidiness." Another simply said, "Looking cute."
Despite the social media storm, Methu took it all in stride.
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