Babu Owino and Sifuna: End of political honeymoon?

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino is prioritizing his gubernatorial race over his support for Senator Edwin Sifuna's future presidential ambitions. He is reducing his presence at Linda Mwananchi rallies to focus on Nairobi's 85 wards, where he plans to build his political base. Despite this shift, Owino remains committed to Sifuna's presidential bid, stating he will campaign for him wherever possible.

However, Sifuna is pursuing his own presidential campaign, while Owino is building a separate political structure in Nairobi. The source of Linda Mwananchi's registration remains unresolved, with the Registrar of Political Parties awaiting a court decision on the matter. The upcoming 2027 election will test the movement's ability to function as a coalition while its leaders pursue different electoral goals.