In a notable declaration, Honorable Babu Owino, the distinguished Member of Parliament representing Embakasi East, publicly voiced his support for chang'aa, attributing its significant role in facilitating his mother's ability to financially support his education during his formative years. Acknowledging the invaluable contribution it made to his academic journey, he expressed his endorsement for the local brew. The Mp however said the only thing that can be done is to control it's production.
"I support chang'aa because from it you get doctors, you get lawyers like myself, a leader like myself," said Babu Owino
"The best way to fight chang'aa is not taking it and pouring it on a woman," he added.
MP Babu Owino: "When I see DP Gachagua talking about illicit brew, I really feel for those Kenyans, because I am a product of chang'aa. I'm not in support of DP Gachagua's fight, but we can control the consumption, so that people use it in moderation. The Gov't can also provide… pic.twitter.com/yAywQ1mB7z
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Hon. Babu Owino, the Member of Parliament representing Embakasi East, has been renowned for his outspoken and contentious stance on various matters. In a revealing disclosure, the legislator shared that his mother resorted to selling chang'aa, a local illicit brew, to support the family's financial needs. Although this led to numerous arrests, it also played a pivotal role in enabling him to pursue his education.
Responding to the situation, Hon. Babu Owino expressed the view that the trade of chang'aa should be regulated to prevent potential harm caused by excessive consumption. He further urged Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who has been actively combatting the illicit brew trade, to prioritize creating job opportunities for individuals involved in the business. By providing alternative means of income, Owino believes that people will be more inclined to abandon the chang'aa trade.
