Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has emerged as the country’s best-rated legislator in a new Microtrack Africa performance ranking, scoring 63 per cent and placing him ahead of a crowded field of MPs assessed on public perception of their performance.
Mr Owino’s ranking puts him at the forefront of a group of legislators who appear to have made a stronger impression on voters, with his 63 per cent score giving him the highest rating in the survey.
He was followed by Makali Mulu and Majimbo Kalasinga, who each scored 61 per cent, while Ndindi Nyoro and Joseph Lekuton recorded 60 per cent apiece.
The ranking also handed a significant boost to Lamu East MP Ruweida Obbo, who was placed among the leading performers with a score of 58 per cent. Her position in the list puts her in the company of established parliamentary figures, including Millie Odhiambo and Major Bashir Abdul Kore, who also scored 58 per cent.
The results could further elevate Ms Obbo’s profile as she seeks to consolidate her political standing in Lamu East, where her performance as an elected representative is increasingly becoming a subject of public attention.
John Kaguchia completed the leading group with 55 per cent, according to the survey.
The ranking features MPs drawn from across the country, reflecting the diverse political landscape in the National Assembly. Among those who also posted notable ratings were George Sunkuyia, Ali Mohammed, Peter Salasya, Timothy Kipchumba, Mark Nyamita, Patrick Munene, Naisula Lesuuda, Patrick Makau, James Gakuya and Amos Mwago, whose scores ranged between 51 and 53 per cent.
Other prominent names appearing in the ranking include National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, Junet Mohammed and Gathoni Wamuchomba, alongside Samuel Parashina, Joshua Kimilu, Charles Kamuren, Mishi Mboko, Anthony Kibagendi, Titus Lotee and Tim Wanyonyi. The group recorded ratings of between 49 and 50 per cent.
The survey was conducted through face-to-face interviews at household level, targeting registered voters aged 18 and above. Microtrack Africa said it interviewed 5,000 respondents using random, multi-stage sampling based on the proportion of the voter population.
The study covered all constituencies, with interviews conducted in English and Kiswahili. The firm reported a margin of error of plus or minus three per cent at a 98 per cent confidence level, with the margin varying at constituency level.
Under Microtrack Africa’s grading system, scores between 50 and 59 per cent fall under grade C, while those between 60 and 69 per cent are graded B. Scores of 70 per cent and above are classified as grade A.
The ranking provides a fresh measure of the political fortunes of MPs, with the results likely to generate debate over who is delivering on their mandate and who is connecting most effectively with voters.
For Mr Owino, the top position strengthens his standing among the country’s high-profile legislators, while Ms Obbo’s appearance among the leading performers gives her a notable political boost and places her among MPs commanding relatively strong public ratings.
