Babu Owino’s Nairobi Governor Ambitions Gain Momentum After Endorsement by Two MPs
By Malticks - July 25, 2026
The endorsements were made during a public participation forum organized by the National Assembly’s Budget and Appropriations Committee in Utawala, where leaders praised Babu Owino’s leadership style and growing political influence among urban voters.
Among those who openly backed his ambitions was Florence Jematiah, who commended the outspoken legislator for what she described as strong development-oriented leadership in Embakasi East Constituency.
Kitilai Ole Ntutu also expressed support for the youthful legislator in a lighthearted remark that drew laughter from the crowd.
Among those who openly backed his ambitions was Florence Jematiah, who commended the outspoken legislator for what she described as strong development-oriented leadership in Embakasi East Constituency.
She told residents that Babu had demonstrated the ability to deliver projects and connect with ordinary wananchi, qualities she believes could benefit Nairobi County if he eventually contests for governor.
Kitilai Ole Ntutu also expressed support for the youthful legislator in a lighthearted remark that drew laughter from the crowd.
Ole Ntutu jokingly stated that should Babu Owino become Nairobi governor, he would then seek to contest for the Embakasi East parliamentary seat himself.
Speaking during the event, Babu Owino thanked the two lawmakers for their endorsement and reflected on his political journey from student leadership to national politics.
Speaking during the event, Babu Owino thanked the two lawmakers for their endorsement and reflected on his political journey from student leadership to national politics.
He revealed that he and Florence Jematiah were once student leaders together at the University of Nairobi, saying their shared background shaped their leadership experiences and public service ambitions.
The MP has recently fueled speculation about his future political plans after hinting that he may run for Nairobi governor in 2027.
The MP has recently fueled speculation about his future political plans after hinting that he may run for Nairobi governor in 2027.
His remarks have generated widespread debate within political circles, especially among youth and urban voters who view him as one of the country’s most energetic opposition figures.
Babu Owino previously stated that if elected Nairobi governor, he would serve only one term before shifting focus toward a possible presidential bid in 2032.
Babu Owino previously stated that if elected Nairobi governor, he would serve only one term before shifting focus toward a possible presidential bid in 2032.
While supporters have praised his confidence and long-term political vision, critics argue that discussions about presidential ambitions may be premature.
Political analysts note that Nairobi remains one of Kenya’s most strategic political battlegrounds, meaning early endorsements and alliances could play a major role in shaping the next election cycle.
Political analysts note that Nairobi remains one of Kenya’s most strategic political battlegrounds, meaning early endorsements and alliances could play a major role in shaping the next election cycle.
They also point out that Babu Owino’s visibility, grassroots mobilization skills, and appeal among younger voters continue to strengthen his position in national politics.
