Babu Owino signals ODM exit, announces plans to launch new party

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has signalled that he is preparing to leave the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and launch a new national political party, positioning himself as its leader ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Speaking during an interview with a local podcast aired on Thursday July 23, 2026, Owino said the party will be unveiled soon and that it will be a national outfit bringing together leaders from across the country.

“Babu Owino ni party leader. Chama inakuja very soon,” he said.