- Geoffrey Owino Agutu, alias Babaa, will be vying on former gubernatorial candidate Agnes Kagure’s Kenya Patriots Party (KPP) in the upcoming Kariobangi North by-election
- After being cleared by IEBC, Owino met Kagure and former Nairobi governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko
- Kagure expressed confidence that with Sonko’s support, Owino will clinch the Kariobangi North ward seat
Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
Nairobi – Businesswoman Agnes Kagure’s political outfit, Kenya Patriots Party (KPP), has received a major boost ahead of the Kariobangi North ward by-election.
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On Wednesday, October 8, Geoffrey Owino Agutu, alias Babaa, was cleared by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to vie for the Kariobangi-North ward seat.
Did Mike Sonko endorse Geoffrey Owino?
In a major boost for Kagure’s candidate, former Nairobi governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko hinted at backing Owino’s bid.
After his clearance by the IEBC, Owino was joined by Kagure and Sonko in celebrating the clearance.
While acknowledging Sonko’s support, Kagure, who is eying the Nairobi gubernatorial seat, said KPP will deploy the necessary campaign machinery to ensure Owino emerges victorious.
“Joined by my good friend Governor Mike Sonko as we received IEBC’s nomination certificate for our candidate in the Kariobangi North by-elections, Geoffrey Owino (Babaa). We shall leave no stone unturned in ensuring the people’s choice carries the day,” Kagure said.
Owino will be facing Michael Majua of ODM party, Maina Njoga of UDA, Kavali Munyoki of Wiper and Peter Kariuki Ng’ang’a of KANU.
How Kenyans reacted to Sonko endorsing Owino
Following Sonko’s endorsement, a section of Kenyans suggested that KPP’s candidate will emerge victorious given the former governor’s influence in the city.
Geoffrey Olero
“Powerful partnership with governor Sonko for the people! 💪 We’re unstoppable kiongozi.
Austin Ila
“Mike Sonko naye ni moto kwa campaign,….He is the only governor who did well in Nairobi,….Hon Geoffrey Owino should learn from him,….Mtu roho safi kabisa,….our victory is coming,….
Joylene Lastborn:
“Watu wa Bangu wamesema Babaa Tosha 💯”
Joylene Lastborn
“With Sonko in our camp, Kariobangi imeenda kabisa. Great mobilizer, that is.”
John Omusula
“Thank you hon Agnes Kagure and Mike sonko for mentoring young leaders.”
Source: Twitter
What happened to Kariobangi North MCA?
The by-election follows the untimely death of Munuve, who passed away while travelling to his office in Nairobi’s Central Business District.
Munuve reportedly suffered severe chest pains and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His body was later moved to Lee Funeral Home pending an autopsy.
The Nairobi County Assembly described Munuve as a dedicated leader committed to his constituents and public service.
His sudden death was considered a significant loss to both the assembly and the wider Nairobi community, with colleagues noting his tireless efforts and the positive impact he made during his tenure.
Munuve was known for openly challenging Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja and the county administration on matters of transparency and accountability.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
