Babu Owino Reveals Declined Education CS Offer

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has disclosed that he was offered the position of Cabinet Secretary for Education by President William Ruto during the 2024 Gen Z protests.

Owino stated that his decision to decline the offer was based on his opposition to a broad-based government, a stance he has consistently maintained.

Background

The offer was made as President Ruto faced pressure over anti-government demonstrations, which ultimately led to the dissolution of his cabinet in July 2024.

Owino has emphasized that his political decisions are guided by ideology, rather than the prospect of securing government positions.

Source: Nairobi Wire. AI-assisted summary.