Babu on My Back! Super-Fan Drops KSh 25K on Massive MP Portrait Tattoo

In a staggering display of political “stan” culture, 25-year-old Marcelo Bahati has turned his body into a permanent tribute to Embakasi East MP Babu Owino. Moving far beyond the usual social media praise, Bahati has revealed a massive, detailed portrait of the lawmaker covering his entire back—a bold statement that has quickly gone viral. The young man described the decision as a deeply personal tribute to what he calls Owino’s “good work” and “true leadership.”

For Bahati, the tattoo was a significant investment, costing KSh 25,000 and requiring a month-long course of daily medication to ensure the large-scale wound heals correctly. “Namtambua sana Babu,” he stated, identifying the lawmaker as the only politician whose vision he genuinely trusts. While such a permanent move might shock many, Bahati insists he has the full support of his family, including his spouse and child, who share his admiration for the MP’s advocacy for “ordinary Kenyans.”

The man behind the ink, Babu Owino (formally Paul Ongili Owino), remains one of Kenya’s most polarizing and influential figures. From his roots in student leadership to his recent admission to the Roll of Advocates in May 2025, Owino has consistently dominated headlines. Known for his outspoken critiques of government policy and his promise to offer pro bono legal services to the underprivileged, he has maintained high performance rankings in surveys by firms like Infotrak, further fueling the devotion of fans like Bahati.

As the image of the fresh ink circulates, it highlights the intense emotional connection between Kenya’s youth and their political idols. Whether he’s tackling “fake garbage collection” scandals in Nairobi or championing youth empowerment, Babu Owino clearly has supporters who are willing to carry his legacy—literally—on their shoulders. For Bahati, the KSh 25,000 was a small price to pay to show the world exactly where his loyalty lies.