Also known as: Embakasi East MP Babu Owino · Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino · The Embakasi legislator · Hon. Babu Owino · MP Babu Owino · Advocate Babu Owino
Embakasi East MP leading Linda Mwananchi opposition movement, running for Nairobi governor in 2027.
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… We want to deal with these people here, whoever is afraid should stay home." The Linda Mwananchi team, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Siaya Governor James Orengo, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and others, has been touring the country, rallying citizens to advocate for astute …
'We will deal with you!' MP Atandi warns Linda Mwananchi ahead of Kisumu rallyThe Kisumu Law Courts have ordered the unconditional release of eight people arrested during a church service attended by members of the Linda Mwananchi movement, directing that they should not face any further charges. Senior Counsel James Orengo, representing them, alleged the prosecution was attempting to manipulate the judicial process.
27 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Kisumu Law Courts have ordered the unconditional release of eight people arrested during a church service attended by members of the Linda Mwananchi movement, directing that they should not face any further charges. Senior Counsel James Orengo, representing them, alleged the prosecution was attempting to manipulate the judicial process.
27 July 2026 · Capital News →
A Kisumu magistrate's court released eight suspects arrested during a violent clash at Kisumu ACK church on July 12, 2026, after the prosecution failed to prefer charges against them. The clash occurred when two groups collided during a service attended by the Linda Mwananchi team.
27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Kisumu court has released eight suspects linked to violence that erupted at St Stephen's ACK Cathedral on July 12, 2026, after ruling there was insufficient evidence to hold them. The magistrate closed the case after the prosecution confirmed investigations were complete, and the defence team argued the suspects had been unlawfully detained.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Linda Mwananchi movement toured Bungoma County, where thousands gathered as opposition leaders called for support of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's 2027 presidential bid against President William Ruto. Leaders hinted at forming a new political party, claiming ODM has abandoned its original ideals.
26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna said the Linda Mwananchi opposition movement is being powered by ordinary Kenyans, after residents across Western Kenya donated money and gifts during recent coalition rallies in Kimilili, Chwele and Bungoma town.
26 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Linda Mwananchi movement held rallies in Bungoma County led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, with opposition leaders accusing the Kenya Kwanza administration of failing to create jobs and lower the cost of living ahead of the 2027 General Election.
26 July 2026 · Capital News →
A Linda Mwananchi rally took place in Kiminini, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino.
26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya declared at a Linda Mwananchi rally in Western Kenya that the region will end political fragmentation and speak with one voice to seek leadership representation ahead of the 2027 General Election, moving beyond what he described as years of "begging" for government inclusion.
26 July 2026 · Capital News →
Opposition leaders led by Edwin Sifuna, George Natembeya, James Orengo, Babu Owino, Godfrey Osotsi and Boni Khalwale campaigned in Trans Nzoia County, dismissing disunity claims and declaring their movement capable of denying President Ruto a second term in 2027.
26 July 2026 · Capital News →
Linda Mwananchi movement leaders, including Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, campaigned in Trans Nzoia County, declaring that the Western region's political leadership will unseat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election and arguing that decades of failed regional leadership necessitate new direction for the Luhya community.
25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion survey by the Centre for African Progress conducted among 4,500 respondents in Nairobi's 17 constituencies places Embakasi East MP Babu Owino at 36 per cent, ahead of businesswoman Agnes Kagure at 32 per cent, with incumbent Governor Johnson Sakaja trailing at 11 per cent.
25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A TIFA opinion poll conducted from June 13–22, 2026, shows the Linda Mwananchi faction of ODM, led by Edwin Sifuna, James Orengo, and Babu Owino, enjoys 74% backing among ODM supporters, compared to 20% for the Dr. Oburu Oginga-led Linda Ground faction. Linda Mwananchi posts strong regional backing in Nairobi (79%), Mt. Kenya (89%), Western (89%), and the Central Rift (87%), while Linda Ground's strongest showing is in Nyanza at 40%.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has announced plans to launch a new national political party, positioning himself for the 2027 General Election, with Siaya Governor James Orengo as party patron. The move comes amid political realignments within ODM over tensions regarding the party's relationship with President Ruto's broad-based government.
24 July 2026 · Capital News →
Digital strategist Pauline Njoroge has resigned from the Jubilee Party to join Linda Mwananchi, a young political faction advocating for change anchored in integrity and constitutionalism. Njoroge, appointed to Jubilee's National Executive Council in May 2023, said her conviction grew stronger after joining the movement in February.
21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Elvis, a former Technical University of Mombasa student leader and youth mobiliser known as "Beast," has died following an epileptic attack that resulted in a fatal fall. Leaders including Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo paid tribute to him as a dedicated youth advocate and community organiser.
21 July 2026 · Capital News →
Elvis, a former Technical University of Mombasa student leader and youth mobiliser known as "Beast," has died following an epileptic attack that resulted in a fatal fall. Leaders including Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo paid tribute to him as a passionate advocate for youth empowerment and community mobilisation.
21 July 2026 · Capital News →
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has been sued by human rights defender Michael Kojo for publishing his photograph on Facebook without consent to mobilize supporters for a political meeting.
16 July 2026 · The Standard →
Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino have indicated they intend to hire their own security to protect themselves from goons.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Security agencies in Kisumu arrested 200 youths and detained eight key suspects following a deadly attack outside St. Stephen's ACK Cathedral that left two people dead and several injured. The violence erupted when an armed group allegedly attacked members of the Linda Mwananchi political faction arriving for a church service.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
An Infotrak poll shows President William Ruto commanding 32 percent support among voters, more than double Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka's 13 percent, with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i tied in third place at 12 percent each ahead of the 2027 General Election.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Irene Kendi, a 39-year-old former Students Organisation of the University of Nairobi deputy president and youth empowerment activist, has announced her intention to run for the presidency in 2027, citing her leadership experience and work as a strategist for Uhuru Kenyatta, William Ruto, and Raila Odinga.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Four men arrested during Saba Saba protests were released on cash bail of Ksh2,000 each after being arraigned on charges of obstructing motor vehicle operations on roads in Nairobi. The defence argued the arrests violated High Court directives governing police conduct at demonstrations.
8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Leaders of the Linda Mwananchi movement, including Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition figures, dismissed claims they are splitting the opposition vote, saying they are committed to a united challenge against President William Ruto's re-election. During a tour of Kisii and Nyamira counties, they also criticised the government over abductions, arbitrary arrests, and killings of young people.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata says the Linda Mwananchi movement, led by Senators Edwin Sifuna and James Orengo and MP Babu Owino, is the only political faction capable of liberating Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election and uniting the country through institutions that serve all Kenyans.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Linda Mwananchi political faction, led by ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, is taking its grassroots mobilisation campaign to Kisii and Nyamira counties on Friday, with Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Siaya Governor James Orengo leading the delegation alongside other allied lawmakers.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Activist Bob Njagi was arraigned before the Kajiado Law Courts on treason charges stemming from his arrest on June 24, 2026, ahead of the second anniversary of the Gen Z-led protests. He was released on a cash bail of 100,000 shillings and directed to report daily to the Kitengela DCI office.
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Infotrak released a survey of elected leaders' performance conducted across 47 counties between January and May 2026, interviewing about 87,286 respondents. The firm's CEO called on media and the public to use the data responsibly for constructive reflection rather than sensationalisation or point-scoring.
2 July 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua expressed confidence that the DCP party will become a dominant force in Nairobi politics, claiming it will secure a majority of the 17 parliamentary seats and 62 of 85 County Assembly seats in the 2027 election, while predicting ODM will lose all parliamentary representation in the city.
2 July 2026 · The Standard →
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has been ranked Kenya's best-performing Member of Parliament in the latest Infotrak survey with an 80 per cent approval rating, followed by Joseph Kalasinga (Kabuchai) at 78 per cent and Ndindi Nyoro and John Bwire tied for third at 76 per cent each.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An Infotrak survey of 87,286 respondents across all 47 counties ranked Embakasi East MP Babu Owino as Kenya's best-performing legislator with 80 per cent approval, followed by Kabuchai MP Majimbo Kalasinga at 78 per cent. The rankings assessed elected leaders on accessibility, responsiveness, accountability and fulfilment of campaign promises.
1 July 2026 · The Standard →