Embakasi East Member of Parliament (MP), Babu Owino, has received an Honorary Doctorate Degree (PhD Honoraris Causa) in Political Leadership.

The recognition comes on the heels of his recent distinction as one of Kenya’s top-performing lawmakers.

Babu Owino was bestowed with the honorary degree by Weldios University in Benin, acknowledging his notable contributions to political leadership.

Babu Owino graciously accepted the honor, expressing his gratitude to the Almighty and proudly declaring himself “officially Dr. Babu Owino.”

“Thanks to the Almighty God for my Honorary Doctorate Degree in Political Leadership from Weldios University in Benin Republic. I’m officially DR.BABU OWINO. To this far the Lord God has brought us. Thanks to BENIN REPUBLIC for the recognition and to all Kenyans for your support and prayers.”

In yet another post, the vocal member of parliament said he dedicated the award to all Kenyans.

The process leading to Babu Owino’s nomination for the honorary degree involved a rigorous evaluation of his societal contributions, ultimately determining his worthiness for this prestigious recognition.

The official invitation from Weldios University shed light on the selection process, stating:

“Hon Babu Owino Paul Ongili, Member of the Kenyan Parliament…Formal Notification and Invitation to The Weldios University Convocation Ceremony; The Weldios Honorary Doctorate Degree Conferment. May I, on behalf of the Senate and Board of Weldios University, formally inform you that, upon your nomination and careful evaluation and scrutiny of your profile, antecedence, and contributions to society, ‘The Weldios Selection Committee,’ the University shall be conferring the prestigious Weldios Honorary Doctorate Degree (PhD Honoraris Causa) in Political Leadership at the Weldios University eagle set convocation ceremony in Cotonou, Benin Republic.”