Nairobi Members of the County Assembly have called for restraint and adherence to constitutional processes following recent online claims by Embakasi East MP Babu Owino that have sparked public debate.
In a press briefing issued at the Assembly precincts on Thursday, the ward representatives emphasized that Kenya is governed by evidence and law, not emotion or social media pressure.
“Our Republic is governed by evidence, not emotion; by law, not virality,” Baba Dogo MCA Geoffrey Majiwa . “Recent online claims by Babu Owino have stirred anxiety and anger. Such moments test our national character. We must respond with clarity, restraint, and fidelity to the Constitution.”
The MCAs emphasized that allegations alone do not amount to proof, stressing that due process must be upheld in any matter involving arrests or investigations.
“Where any person is apprehended, the law is unequivocal: rights must be respected, procedures must be followed, and judicial oversight must prevail,” he stated.
They further called on investigative bodies, including the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, to ensure strict compliance with the law. Where breaches occur, they said, the courts remain the appropriate avenue for redress.
“If there has been a breach, the courts are the proper forum for remedy; if not, speculation must yield to facts,” he added.
The MCAs warned against what they termed digital trials, arguing that public trust — which they described as fragile and invaluable — cannot be built on threats, rumors, or inflammatory rhetoric.
“True leaders model responsibility by presenting evidence through lawful channels, not through public incitement,” they said. “Words that inflame may grab attention, but they endanger order, safety, and the rule of law.”
The lawmakers also expressed confidence in constitutional governance under President William Samoei Ruto and defended the lawful service of public officers, including Internal Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo.
“These offices are bound by duty and accountability. Where questions arise, they must be resolved through lawful, transparent processes — not through intimidation or spectacle,” the MCAs said.
Reaffirming their commitment to democratic principles, the assembly members noted that Kenya’s democracy is strongest when disagreements are handled through due process rather than public confrontation.
“The path of order is not weakness; it is the strength that safeguards rights without fear or favor,” Manjiwa stated, urging leaders to lower the temperature and allow independent institutions to establish the truth.
The MCAs also appealed directly to citizens, particularly the youth to reject misinformation and prioritize peace.
“Passion is powerful when it builds; it is destructive when it is misdirected. We will support any lawful inquiry, defend constitutional rights, and protect the integrity of public institutions,” they said.
