Speaking during a televised interview on Wednesday night, Owino said the messages reflect a growing appetite for youthful and energetic leadership, even as he maintained that his immediate political focus remains the Nairobi gubernatorial race.
The interview, which also featured Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, quickly gained attention due to Owino’s bold remarks about his political future.
According to the ODM lawmaker, the feedback he has received from the public has been overwhelming.
He said a significant number of Kenyans have directly urged him to aim for the country’s highest office, while slightly fewer have encouraged him to concentrate on leading Nairobi County.
Owino stated that although he is confident about his bid for the Nairobi governorship, he is not closing the door on other political possibilities.
He noted that public opinion and political dynamics can evolve rapidly, leaving room for reconsideration.
Beyond calls for individual candidacy, Owino revealed that many Kenyans have also suggested a potential political partnership between himself and Ndindi Nyoro, one of the most prominent young leaders allied to the Kenya Kwanza administration.
According to Owino, some of the messages propose power-sharing arrangements at the highest level, reflecting a desire for cross-party cooperation among younger politicians.
The Embakasi East MP emphasised that no formal discussions have taken place and that any future decisions would be made after careful consideration.
The Embakasi East MP emphasised that no formal discussions have taken place and that any future decisions would be made after careful consideration.
He said Kenya’s political landscape remains fluid, and leaders must remain open to dialogue and changing circumstances.
Owino used the interview to highlight what he described as the growing influence of the youth vote. He argued that young voters are increasingly conscious of their numbers and potential impact, and could decisively shape the outcome of future elections if mobilised effectively.
He suggested that a leadership team made up of youthful, energetic, and intellectually grounded individuals could challenge the dominance of older political establishments.
Owino used the interview to highlight what he described as the growing influence of the youth vote. He argued that young voters are increasingly conscious of their numbers and potential impact, and could decisively shape the outcome of future elections if mobilised effectively.
He suggested that a leadership team made up of youthful, energetic, and intellectually grounded individuals could challenge the dominance of older political establishments.
According to Owino, generational change is no longer a distant concept but an emerging reality in Kenyan politics.
His comments come amid broader national conversations on leadership renewal, accountability, and the role of young politicians in shaping policy and governance.
His comments come amid broader national conversations on leadership renewal, accountability, and the role of young politicians in shaping policy and governance.
With Kenya’s population largely youthful, analysts say leaders who can connect with younger voters may hold a significant advantage in future elections.
In recent weeks, Owino has also made headlines within his party after calling for the convening of an Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) National Delegates Conference.
In recent weeks, Owino has also made headlines within his party after calling for the convening of an Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) National Delegates Conference.
He has openly expressed interest in taking up the party’s top leadership position, arguing that ODM requires fresh direction following the death of its longtime leader, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
Owino has said that the party risks prolonged internal wrangles and loss of direction unless decisive leadership changes are made.
Owino has said that the party risks prolonged internal wrangles and loss of direction unless decisive leadership changes are made.
His remarks have drawn mixed reactions within ODM, with some leaders welcoming the debate while others caution against rushed transitions.
Despite the controversy, Owino remains one of the most vocal and polarising figures among Kenya’s younger legislators.
Despite the controversy, Owino remains one of the most vocal and polarising figures among Kenya’s younger legislators.
Supporters view him as bold and outspoken, while critics accuse him of political theatrics and overreach.
