Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has said he is looking for a Kenyan man who tattooed his face and name across his back, after images and videos of the tattoo circulated widely on social media over the weekend.
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The images, which began trending on Saturday, show a man with a large tattoo featuring Babu Owino’s portrait alongside the MP’s name.
The photos and videos were shared across Facebook, TikTok, and X, drawing thousands of reactions, comments, and reposts.
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Babu Owino // Instagram

MP Responds to Viral Tattoo

Reacting to the online attention, Owino acknowledged the man publicly and expressed interest in meeting him. In a message shared on his official social media accounts, the MP described the tattoo as a demonstration of loyalty.
“I am looking for this loyal Kenyan. Loyalty must be rewarded in instalments,” Owino said.
He did not clarify what the reward would entail or indicate when he hoped to meet the individual. Owino also appealed to members of the public with information about the man’s identity to help connect them.
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Background on Babu Owino

Babu Owino, whose official name is Paul Ongili Owino, has served as the Member of Parliament for Embakasi East since 2017. He was re-elected during the 2022 General Election on an Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket, according to records from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

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Before joining Parliament, Owino rose to national prominence as a student leader at the University of Nairobi, where he served as chairperson of the Students Organisation of Nairobi University (SONU). His political career has been closely followed, particularly by younger voters.
Babu Owino // Instagram

Public Reaction and Ongoing Questions

The tattoo incident has triggered mixed reactions online. While some users described the act as an extreme but genuine show of political support, others questioned the decision to permanently mark one’s body with the image of a public figure.
As of publication:
  • The identity of the man has not been officially confirmed.
  • No statement has been issued by health authorities or law enforcement.
  • It is unclear whether the individual has contacted the MP directly.
The episode has renewed online discussions about political loyalty, recognition, and the ways supporters express affiliation with leaders in Kenya, especially within youth and grassroots movements. Further details are expected should the individual come forward or be identified.