In a scathing critique of President William Ruto’s administration, Dr. Babu Owino, Embakasi East MP and renowned youth leader, has once again emerged as the voice of reason and hope for millions of struggling Kenyans.
Speaking with the fiery eloquence that has become his trademark, Babu Owino condemned the government’s apparent disregard for the education sector, labeling it as a betrayal of Kenya’s future.
“Education is the foundation of any prosperous society,” Babu Owino declared. “It is the only tool that empowers the downtrodden to rise above poverty and claim their rightful place in the economic and social fabric of this nation. But under Ruto’s regime, the downtrodden are suffocating, and their dreams are being shattered.”
The lawmaker’s critique comes in the wake of controversial remarks by Senator Aaron Cheruiyot, who suggested that free education from primary to secondary school is unattainable, even for wealthy nations.
To Babu Owino, such statements are emblematic of a leadership that lacks vision, empathy, and the political will to address the challenges facing ordinary Kenyans.
“This government has made it clear that the plight of the common mwananchi is not its priority. They would rather fund lavish projects that serve the elite than invest in our children’s future. This is a betrayal of the very people who trusted them with power,” he asserted.
Dr. Babu Owino did not mince his words in highlighting how the government’s policies have exacerbated inequality. Rising costs of living, coupled with the neglect of critical sectors like education, have left many families struggling to make ends meet.
In particular, the youth – who form the backbone of Kenya’s labor force – have been left disenfranchised, with limited access to quality education and meaningful opportunities.
“Only a visionary leader with the courage to challenge the status quo can steer this country in the right direction. I offer myself as that leader – a champion for the downtrodden, an advocate for free and quality education, and a fighter for the Kenyan dream,” Babu Owino proclaimed.
As the political tides shift, Babu Owino’s rising influence and bold rhetoric signal a new era in Kenya’s political landscape. For many Kenyans, his ascension to higher office would not only be symbolic but transformative – a beacon of hope for a nation yearning for genuine change.