Babu Owino's security withdrawn over 'protests support'

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino claims his security has been withdrawn, terms incident as ‘government intimidation’ and retaliation for his support of Wednesday’s protests...

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Embakasi East MP Paul Ongili, known as Babu Owino, claims the government has withdrawn his security detail in retaliation for his participation in recent protests advocating for democracy.

Withdrawal of security purportedly linked to Owino's protest participation on the anniversary of the June 2024 protests
Babu Owino stated, "I do not fear intimidation. I will not be silenced."
Other elected leaders are also experiencing security withdrawals amid criticism of the government

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Opposition Voices Against Government Actions in Kenya

Protesters and opposition leaders declare they won't be silenced by force. Babu Owino faces security withdrawal over protest support.

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