Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has opened up about his family finances, explaining that his wife has full access to all his bank accounts, her phone password, and even his M-Pesa PIN – and he sees no problems with it at all.
The outspoken legislator shared his views in a recent interview that’s now making rounds online, sparking heated debates among Kenyans about trust, money, and marriage.
Babu put it straight: if the worst happens and his wife ends up handling his cash, she would use it to feed and raise their children. “Kwani kuna ubaya hapo?” he asked – what’s wrong with that?
He went on to paint a picture many men might recognise: if he walks away with 200 shillings in his pocket and gets carried away drinking, at least when he comes home, his wife’s 200 from his money will have food ready on the table.
This kind of openness stands out in a country where plenty of couples keep separate wallets tight. For Babu, sharing everything comes down to peace of mind and family first.
He trusts his wife completely because he knows her priority stays with the kids and the home. No secrets, no hidden stashes – just straightforward access so life keeps moving even if something unexpected hits.
The comment hit social media hard. On Facebook and X, people split right down the middle. Some praised him for real maturity and confidence in his marriage.
“That’s how it should be – teamwork,” one user wrote. Others laughed and called it risky, saying most guys would never hand over their M-Pesa PIN.
“Babu is built different,” another post read, with laughing emojis everywhere. A few women jumped in to say they wish their husbands thought the same way, while men shared stories of why they keep things locked down.
Babu Owino has always spoken his mind on personal topics, from family life to politics. This time, his words touch something everyday – how couples handle money in tough economic times when prices stay high and jobs feel shaky.
In Kenya, M-Pesa runs almost everything: school fees, rent, groceries, even small loans. Giving someone your PIN means giving real control over daily survival. For Babu, that control in his wife’s hands feels safe because family comes before ego.
The MP didn’t stop at just explaining the setup. He flipped the script on what “bad” really means in marriage.
It’s a practical take for a man who stays in the public eye, juggling constituency work, national debates, and home responsibilities.
Reactions keep coming in waves. Some call it old-school wisdom wrapped in modern talk. Others say it’s easy for him to say with his position and income.
But the core question lingers: how much sharing is too much when money gets involved? In a place where financial stress hits hard, Babu’s story gives people something to think about – and argue over – at tea shops, in WhatsApp groups, and online.
Whether this changes minds or just starts more conversations, one thing stands clear: Babu Owino isn’t afraid to put his personal life out there.
