- Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino broke his silence amid rumors that he was sick and hospitalized in Nairobi
- Social media went viral on Saturday, December 13, as reports about his health left Kenyans desperate for updates.
- The Nairobi governor-elect’s initial silence did little to quell speculation about his condition, as his lack of communication fueled concern.
- In a statement published at noon, Babu appeared to confirm reports that he was ill, encouraging Kenyans
Member of Parliament for Embakasi East Grandfather Owino he has broken the silence amid rumors that he was sick and hospitalized.
Source: Facebook
On Saturday, December 13, social media was abuzz with reports that the MP was admitted to a Nairobi medical centre.
The silence of the prospective governor of Nairobi amid the rumors did not help much to clarify the situation as Kenyans wanted to know how he is doing.
In a statement published a few minutes after noon, the young politician appeared to confirm reports that he was ill.
That member of parliament Embakasi Mashariki revealed that he was on the road to recovery, thanking Kenyans for showing their care and concern for his health.
“My fellow Kenyans, I sincerely appreciate your concern and care. I am recovering well,” Babu said.
How Kenyans reacted to the new information about Babu’s health
The Member of Parliament’s statement was timely as it seemed to ease the tension among Kenyans online who had begun to show concern about his health.
@AlinurMohamed_:
“Continue to be strong, Sir.”
@KeruboSk:
“Happy, our Governor get well soon.”
@KijanayaKabras:
“They wanted to poison our Nairobi governor, we are on the radar. They are very bad. Welcome back Grandpa 🤝”
@OdhisOdhis34:
“Grandpa, guard your life like a Nairobi pit guard guarding the shock—sudden, brutal, everywhere. Enemies spin like a boda boda during rush hour. Be strong, not showy. Kenya can smell the horrors of compassion from miles away. Heal, move wisely, and remember: politics is chess, not hospital drama or compassion marathons, played without excuses.”
@iamjoseh:
“Get well soon Governor.”
@DariusBarack:
“Everything will be fine Grandpa, Ruoth Kende.”
@jimNjue:
“Get well soon.”
@SalutRn:
“We want hourly information about your health, including the medications you’re given, the fluids you’re taking and the urine you’re passing out. This is how we’ll know how you’re recovering.”
@SirJohnKE:
“Get well soon G.”
What message did Grandpa have for the residents of Siaya?
Elsewhere, Babu turned heads in Siaya county when he urged residents to prepare for a new political direction in the area.
His message was simple but strong: stop the endless talk and focus on unity and open action for justice, especially about past conflicts that cost lives. S
He asked the locals to be calm and be ready to follow the guidance he says will come soon, noting the disappointment and hopes of the locals.
Meanwhile, some locals raised questions about the chants of his name in recent events, which Siaya senator Oburu Oginga dismissed as politically tainted.
Babu’s attention-grabbing visit shows that politics in Nyanza may be entering a new phase as leaders try to fill the void left by Raila’s death.
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