MP Babu Owino alleges plot to attack him ahead of Raila’s burial

Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino claims there are plans to attack him ahead of the funeral of the late Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Raila Odinga.

Owino, in a statement posted on social media on Friday, said he is aware of the individuals behind the alleged plot, but did not name them.

“There are plans to attack me on or before the day of Baba’s burial. I am aware of the culprits behind the scheme. It is my prayer that we give Baba the befitting send off that he deserves devoid of unwarranted violence,” wrote the outspoken lawmaker.

Odinga’s body has been lying in state for public viewing at the Nyayo National Stadium, where thousands of mourners have turned up to pay their final respects ahead of his burial in Kisumu on Sunday.

The burial is scheduled for Sunday in Bondo, Siaya County, to be conducted in accordance with the traditions of the Anglican Church of Kenya to which Odinga belonged.