The saga on Rapper accused of criticising Tanzania President now fear his life

The release of a rapper arrested for launching a song deemed insulting to the government.Wako, the new song by Ney wa Mitego, talks about a “doctor” who does not appear to want “advice” or “criticism.”Interpreted as referring to President John Magufuli, the song has become a hit on social media. Information Minister Harrison Mwakyembe told journalists Magufuli had “no problem” with the song and that the government had decided to order the release of Mitego, who was arrested in Morogoro in the east on Sunday.

Mitego’s arrest came amid growing concern over freedom of expression in the East African country after information minister Nape Nnauye was sacked and replaced by Mwakyembe on March 20. Nnauye had tried to investigate a senior official, allegedly close to the President, who had attempted to force the airing of a broadcast critical of a clergyman he was not on good terms with.

Mitego’s arrest came amid growing concern over freedom of expression in the East African country after information minister Nape Nnauye was sacked and replaced by Mwakyembe on March 20. Nnauye had tried to investigate a senior official, allegedly close to the president, who had attempted to force the airing of a broadcast critical of a clergyman he was not on good terms with.

Magufuli meanwhile on Friday warned media owners to “watch it” and said their freedom was limited. In office since November 2015, Magufuli is unpopular after he stop the broad cast of live speech of parliament. His party is feaful losing power now is more focused on destroying opposition parties ,private media and critical religious leaders like popualr  Muslim Preachers Uamsho and Vocal Christian preacher who go live on his sunday service Gwajima has earned his popularity recently after he busted the Dar salaam Regional commission Paul Makonda  his scademic credential and he accused him  of using fake name DAUDI BASHITE in order get to University.