Babu Owino Claims Munuve Was Poisoned With A ‘Lethal Biological Agent’ As Family Clashes with Autopsy Findings

In a development that is likely to heighten political tensions in Nairobi County, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has made explosive claims that the late Kariobangi North MCA Joel Munuve Kimanzi was poisoned with a “lethal biological agent,” contradicting the official autopsy report that attributed the death to a blood clot.

According to Chief Government Pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor, who conducted the autopsy, Hon. Munuve died from a pulmonary embolism – a blood clot that traveled from his leg to his lungs, blocking blood flow and preventing oxygen from reaching vital organs.

“Upon opening the body, the most significant findings were in the lungs,” Dr. Oduor stated. “We discovered a large blood clot in the pulmonary artery, a condition that can lead to sudden death.”

The official examination revealed signs of oxygen deprivation, including darkened lips and fingernails, and identified another clot in a blood vessel in the lower limb, suggesting deep vein thrombosis as the initial condition.

However, MP Owino has contested these findings, claiming the blood clot was actually caused by poisoning, specifically pointing to organophosphates (OPs) as the potential agent.

“The autopsy report revealed that there was blood clot in the lungs which is caused by poisoning,” Owino stated. “Research indicates that organophosphate poisoning can cause a prothrombotic state, increasing the likelihood of blood clots.”

Organophosphates are chemicals commonly found in pesticides that interfere with nerve function. While medical literature does suggest they can potentially create conditions favorable for blood clot formation in some cases, Dr. Oduor’s report made no mention of poisoning as a factor.

Lawyer Danstan Omari

Adding another dimension to the controversy, the family of Hon. Munuve, through their legal representatives Danstan Omari and Shedrack Wambui, has suggested possible medical negligence in their relative’s treatment.

They indicated that “proper diagnosis and timely medical intervention could have saved his life.”

The family has noted that various samples, including stomach contents and specific organs, have been submitted for further laboratory analysis, and they are awaiting final results before making definitive public statements.

A medical expert consulted for this story caution that while certain poisons can contribute to blood clot formation, pulmonary embolisms are most commonly caused by natural conditions such as prolonged immobility, certain medical conditions, or genetic predispositions.

Authorities have indicated that the comprehensive laboratory results being awaited by the family should provide more definitive answers in the coming weeks.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​