Babu Owino calls for immediate release of arrested protesters
Embakasi East Member of Parliament (MP) Babu Owino has called for the immediate release of protesters who have been arrested in Nairobi while demonstrating against the Finance Bill, 2024. Addressing a press conference at the parliament buildings on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Babu Owino condemned the arrests, noting that the police are violating the freedom […]
‘Ongoing demolitions in Nairobi are unlawful’- Babu Owino
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Paul Ongili Owino popularly known as Babu Owino has termed the ongoing demolitions by the national government in Nairobi County illegal. Condemning the demolitions, the Embakasi East MP said that the move by the government undermines human dignity. “The demolitions that are ongoing in Nairobi are illegal and undermine human […]
‘The only solution left is maandamano’ – Babu Owino speaks on proposed taxes
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has urged citizens to take to the streets in protest against the government’s proposed taxes particularly the taxation of bread. Owino noted the burdensome nature of the tax increments in the Finance Bill 2024, which contribute to the already high cost of living for Kenyans. He explained that […]
‘If these questions can be answered, our hearts may stop bleeding’ – Babu Owino on helicopter crash that killed CDF General Ogolla
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has raised concerns over the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla and 9 other military officials. Through his X account, the MP pointed out questions seeking clarification and accountability regarding the incident. “If all these questions can be answered, then […]
‘Let Ruto sell his Ksh10M watch to pay doctors’ – Babu Owino
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has thrown his weight behind striking healthcare workers as they took to the streets on Tuesday, April 9, demanding the government meet their demands. Addressing the media during the demonstrations, Babu expressed his solidarity with the striking workers criticizing President William Ruto’s statement regarding the lack of funds to meet […]
Babu Owino pens beautiful message to mark wife’s birthday
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has penned a hearty message for his wife Fridah Ongili as she celebrates her birthday. In a post on Instagram, the MP expressed his deep love and admiration for his wife, describing her as the light of his life. He conveyed his immense gratitude for having her as […]
Babu Owino nominated to governing board of Weldios University in Benin
Embakasi East Member of Parliament (MP) Babu Owino has been nominated to join the governing board of Weldios University, Benin. Sharing the invite on his social media pages, Babu accepted the invitation expressing his appreciation and readiness to contribute to the university’s cause. “I take this opportunity to accept the invitation to join the governing […]