Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has signaled his presidential ambitions for the 2027 general elections, suggesting Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro could serve as his running mate.
During an interview on a local radio show, the outspoken lawmaker declared that a joint ticket with Nyoro would be formidable enough to secure victory without extensive campaign infrastructure.
“It all depends on our collective decisions with my brother Ndindi, who has proven himself as a high performer,” Owino stated. “If we decided to pursue the presidency today with Ndindi as my deputy, we could achieve victory effortlessly—by early morning!”
The ambitious MP outlined potential allies for his political journey, mentioning several influential figures including Kalonzo Musyoka, Edwin Sifuna, James Orengo, Eugene Wamalwa, Gladys Wanga, Irungu Kang’ata, and George Natembeya.
Not mincing words about current leadership, Owino expressed sharp criticism of both President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja.
He specifically highlighted alleged financial mismanagement in Nairobi, claiming that a World Bank allocation of Ksh.380 million intended for road construction projects in Embakasi East, Mathare, and Roysambu had been squandered.
“The World Bank released funds to improve our infrastructure, but contractors have abandoned sites with nothing to show for it,” Owino charged. “The responsibility falls squarely on Nairobi’s governor.”
When discussing his political future, the Embakasi East representative described himself as being “spoilt for choice” and “overqualified” for either gubernatorial or presidential aspirations, citing passionate support from his base for a 2027 presidential run.
In a particularly pointed assessment of President Ruto’s administration, Owino expressed disappointment in what he perceives as unfulfilled potential.
“This is a president who had every opportunity to be Kenya’s finest leader, especially coming from humble beginnings,” Owino remarked.
“After his 2022 victory, I believed he had secured 2027 as well. But watching developments unfold, I now see him losing ground due to obvious shortcomings.”
The pronouncement adds another dimension to Kenya’s already complex political calculations as the country gradually looks toward the next general election cycle.
