Kenyans celebrate Babu Owino's becoming high court advocate: "Congratulations Comrade"
- Babu Owino's determination to achieve academic success despite his poor background has lived to inspire many
- He was admitted to the bar on May 23, becoming an advocate of the High Court, this adding to his rich educational profile
- Kenyans thronged his social media pages to congratulate and celebrate the Embakasi East MP's newest feat
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino won hearts with his new academic achievement.
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The lawmaker was admitted to the bar on May 23.
Babu celebrated it with a touching recall of how he braved the challenges in his childhood to achieve his academic success.
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The lawmaker revealed he was from a low-income household, a factor that would have otherwise suppressed his desire to scale heights in academia.
It is his determination and self-drive that have seen him this far, he said.
According to Babu, the urge to study law was sparked by his mother's tribulations at the hands of the police.
The MP recalled how his mother was often troubled by the authorities over her alcohol business, which she was using to take care of them as a single parent.
How Kenyans celebrated Babu Owino's new achievement
Kenyans and his colleagues in parliament thronged his social media pages to celebrate his achievement with him.
"Congratulations comrade," said Senator Esther Okenyuri.
"Congratulations Babu Owino Super Proud of you Wakili," said Kenda Vin.
"Congratulations Rais!" said Wruguru Kiai.
"Congratulations. Keep winning," Kelvin Ufa said.
"Congratulations Omwami. Welcome to the bar," celebrated Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna.
"You're now going to finish us completely with endless wisdom. Congratulations," saifd Bonface Osano.
"Congratulations to you Mhesh," said Joyce Korir Bomet.
"Congratulations my MP start with Samia suluhu now," said Marion Eva Chella.
'Personally I don't like Babu,but hii lazima nimpee congratulations," said Farouk Kibet.
"Congratulations incoming Nairobi governor," said Phenny.
"Congratulations Babu Owino. This is exciting. The future is now luminous, donge? You are now an advocate of the high court of Kenya. This has been your dream since our days decades ago in Kisumu. You are a very brilliant man. I am so happy for you. Whatever you set your heart and mind to achieve, with God at the centre, consider it done," said Tom Mboya.
What will Babu Owino do with his law career?
The MP expressed his commitment to using his legal expertise to advocate for marginalised Kenyans.
He emphasised that his presence in court would enhance his ability to champion justice, complementing his previous efforts in the National Assembly.
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He pledged to leverage his new status to drive positive change in society and hold the government accountable on critical matters.
Balancing multiple pursuits, the lawmaker now stands as an advocate of the High Court, while simultaneously striving for professional growth in economics.
Currently, he is undertaking a master’s degree in Economics, which marks his third postgraduate qualification.
Which other credentials does Babu Owino have?
An alumnus of the University of Nairobi (UoN), Babu holds several academic credentials, including a degree in actuarial science, followed by a master’s degree in actuarial science and law.
He has also earned six diplomas.
In 2023, his academic achievements were further recognised when he received a doctorate in political leadership from Weldios University in the Benin Republic.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
