In a recent address, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino delivered a compelling message urging Kenyans to rethink their attitudes and leadership choices.
His speech, which many described as bold and metaphorical, challenged citizens to make personal and societal changes for a better future.
“Stop feeding the old man,” he said, using a powerful metaphor that resonated deeply with his audience.
Babu Owino explained that holding on to outdated habits, systems, or leadership only perpetuates stagnation and limits growth.
While he did not name anyone specifically, the remark sparked widespread speculation, with many interpreting it as a critique of veteran political figures who continue to dominate Kenya’s political landscape.
Owino encouraged Kenyans to reflect on their actions and emotions, emphasizing the dangers of nurturing harmful traits like bitterness, envy, pride, and anger.
“Whatever you feed will grow,” he said, reminding his audience that destructive forces only gain power because people allow them to thrive.
His speech extended beyond politics, addressing personal struggles as well. “When you feed jealousy, addiction, or impatience, these things take control of you.
But when you starve them, they weaken,” Owino added. He urged people to consciously choose positivity, patience, and kindness as tools to dismantle the hold of negativity in their lives.
According to Owino, Kenya’s progress depends on citizens making deliberate choices to embrace change and reject the systems or habits that no longer serve the country.
“The time has come for us to move forward with fresh ideas and new energy. We cannot keep walking in circles and expecting different results,” he said passionately.
He also challenged leaders to be accountable, stating that the era of complacency and outdated methods must end.
His words seemed to target both the political class and the general public, emphasizing collective responsibility for a prosperous future.
“Change begins with all of us,” he concluded. “Let us starve the old ways of thinking and build a nation filled with hope, progress, and unity.”
Babu Owino’s speech has sparked conversations across the country, with many praising his call for self-reflection and his appeal for fresh leadership.
As Kenya navigates its challenges, his message remains a reminder of the power of individual and collective choices in shaping a brighter future.
By Newshub