MP Babu Owino Hits Back At DCI After Summons Withdrawal
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has withdrawn the summons issued to Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino, requiring him to appear and assist in an investigation.
The summons issued by DCI Chief Inspector Eunice Njue on July 22 required Mr. Owino to appear at the investigative agency’s headquarters on July 24.
Babu was to provide information in an ongoing investigation into incitement and money laundering.
In a sharp turn of events, the DCI has now stated that the vocal legislator is no longer required to appear before its officers.
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The lawmaker took to social media to share a text message allegedly sent to him by Inspector Njue on Tuesday evening.
“Refer to my earlier notification. Hon. Dr. Babu Owino you are no longer required to avail yourself. Thank you,” read the statement.
Mr. Owino has since downplayed the summons and its subsequent withdrawal, claiming that it was simply an intimidation tactic.
“The DCI has unceremoniously withdrawn their summon. I was to be accompanied by my advocates, MPs, and the people of Kenya, but it appears news of our visit in our thousands prompted them to recall their invitation,” he said.
“I reiterate that we shall not be intimidated into silence. No matter the price, we are ready to pay it!”
MP Babu Owino Hits Back At DCI After Summons Withdrawal
