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Babu Owino's 2027 chess game leaves Raila, Ruto scratching heads

Analysts say the MP is leveraging on his documented performance and growing discontent with Sakaja's administration to succeed him

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by MOSES OGADA

News07 October 2025 - 04:57
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Embakasi East MP Babu Owino. /FILE

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has embarked on a high-stakes chess game for Nairobi's governor seat that has left well-grounded figures like his party leader, Raila Odinga, and President William Ruto scratching their heads.

The firebrand legislator is raring for the seat, setting the stage for a titanic battle with the incumbent Johnson Sakaja, who currently enjoys the support of both the principals of Kenya Kwanza and Azimio coalitions.

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