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HomeDaily NewsThursday, June 26, 2025Political Reactions to Finance Bill and Protests in Kenya
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Political Reactions to Finance Bill and Protests in Kenya

MP Babu Owino claims security withdrawn; Celebrities join protests against government actions.

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Thursday 12:32 PMGhafla! (Entertainment)

MP Babu Owino Claims Security Withdrawn After Anti-Finance Bill Protests

MP Babu Owino Claims Security Withdrawn After Anti-Finance Bill Protests

Embakasi East Member of Parliament, Babu Owino, claims that his official security detail was withdrawn in retaliation for his participation in the June 25 protests against the government's finance policies.

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Embakasi East Member of Parliament, Babu Owino, claims that his official security detail was withdrawn in retaliation for his participation in the June 25 protests against the government's finance policies.

  • Owino described the withdrawal as an “attack on democracy” following his involvement in protests honoring victims of previous demonstrations, resulting in **11 deaths**.
  • He emphasizes that his support comes from the Kenyan people, stating, “Kenyans are my security.”
  • The protests also faced police resistance, making it difficult for families of previous victims to present petitions to Parliament due to heightened security.
Thursday 10:15 AMGhafla! (Entertainment)First

Jaymo Ule Msee Under Fire After Labeling 2025 Anniversary Protests “Fake” and “Tribal”

Jaymo Ule Msee Under Fire After Labeling 2025 Anniversary Protests “Fake” and “Tribal”

Jaymo Ule Msee faces backlash after labeling the 2025 anniversary protests on June 25 as “very fake” and “tribally tilted,” leading to criticism on social media.

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Jaymo Ule Msee faces backlash after labeling the 2025 anniversary protests on June 25 as “very fake” and “tribally tilted,” leading to criticism on social media.

  • Jaymo contrasted the 2025 gatherings unfavorably with the **2024 **#RejectFinanceBill2024 protests, claiming they had zero impact.
  • The protests this year are seen by many Kenyans as a reaction against police brutality, corruption, and rising living costs.
  • Jaymo has disabled comments on posts about the protests, which critics interpreted as evading accountability and subsequently became a viral topic.
Thursday 1:51 PMGhafla! (Entertainment)

Political & Celebrity Figures Who Joined Gen Z In Nairobi Protests

Political & Celebrity Figures Who Joined Gen Z In Nairobi Protests

On June 25, 2025, Nairobi's Central Business District witnessed a significant protest led by thousands of Gen Z demonstrators, joined by influential political and cultural figures, marking the anniversary of last year’s anti-Finance Bill protests.

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On June 25, 2025, Nairobi's Central Business District witnessed a significant protest led by thousands of Gen Z demonstrators, joined by influential political and cultural figures, marking the anniversary of last year’s anti-Finance Bill protests.

  • Thousands of protesters gathered to demand justice and accountability.
  • Notable attendees included MP Babu Owino, Former Chief Justice David Maraga, and rapper-entrepreneur King Kaka.
  • Media coverage was provided by CNN journalist Larry Madowo, highlighting the global attention on the youth-led movement.
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