(In Kenya) Babu Owino Shakes Up Nairobi’s 2027 Race with Bold Gubernatorial Bid

Kenyan MP Babu Owino is making waves after officially declaring his intention to run for Nairobi Governor in the 2027 General Election. The Embakasi East legislator made the announcement with visible support from Lang’ata MP Jalang’o, who hinted at future political collaboration between the two.

Owino’s bold move has stirred widespread conversation across political divides, with many now viewing him as a formidable contender for City Hall.

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Recent opinion polls rank Babu among the frontrunners, with some placing him slightly ahead of current rivals like James Gakuya. Political analyst Herman Manyora went as far as calling Owino’s candidacy “unstoppable.”

Despite the buzz, the ODM party has clarified that it has not endorsed any candidate yet not even the incumbent, Johnson Sakaja.

Known for his youthful energy, strong grassroots presence, and outspoken political style, Babu Owino remains firmly in the spotlight as Nairobi’s 2027 race begins to heat up.

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