Babu Owino, the Embakasi East Member of Parliament, has announced his intention to contest for the Nairobi governorship in the upcoming 2027 elections, regardless of support from his party, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).

• Owino believes he is “overqualified” for the role and may run as an independent candidate.
• Current Governor Johnson Sakaja is facing criticism from Owino for poor leadership and governance issues.
• Owino maintains loyalty to Raila Odinga, despite potential party conflicts, asserting, “He is someone I have always believed in.”