Raila Odinga’s sister, Ruth Alemewa is saddened as her body arrives in Kenya

The body of former prime minister Raila Odinga arrived in Kenya at 9:30 am on Thursday, October 16
His sister, Ruth Odinga, was overcome with emotion as his body was taken off the plane, Kenya Airways flight RAO001
Prime Minister Musalia Mudavadi was seen trying to comfort her when she started crying uncontrollably

The body of the late former prime minister Raila Odinga you have arrived in Kenya.

Ruth Odinga had accompanied Raila to India, where she passed away. Photo: Ruth Odinga, Raila Odinga.
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Raila died after suffering a heart attack during a morning walk in India.

Despite the relentless efforts of doctors to save his life, including CPR and intensive care, he could not be saved.

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The plane carrying Raila’s remains landed at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport at half past three in the morning local time. Kenya Airwaysflight RAO001, which received the honor of being sprinkled with water.

A crowd of mourners had filled the runway, many trying to cope with the loss of the legendary political leader.

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Raila’s sister, Ruth Odinga, who was with him in India when he lost his life, seemed to suffer a lot emotionally when his body was taken out of the plane.

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He was seen standing next to the Chief Secretary of the Council of Ministers Stay Mudavadiwho held her hand to comfort her as they got off the plane.

At one point, Ruth could not control her emotions and broke down crying, shaking her head and whispering in a low voice, clearly suffering from grief, while Mudavadi tried to comfort her.

After that, he was seen making the sign of the cross before leaving the place where he was witnessing the events.

Kenyans console Ruth Odinga
After a video showing Ruth’s grief went viral, many Kenyans wrote messages of comfort and condolence.
Here are some of their messages:

Daddy’s Gyl:
“It is very sad. Rest in eternal peace Father. God give you strength Ruth, I pray for you.”

Jane Muthoni:
“Mudavadi is very busy today, she is not the father’s helper anymore, she is his sister. May God give you strength.”

Magdaline Wanjala:
“I’m so sorry for you, Ruth. Even I am very hurt, Father has left us and will not come back. May God give you strength, mother.”

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Steven Otieno Ouma:
“It hurt yesterday, today there is peace. A life that ended well will be celebrated. Goodbye Father. Peace be with you Ruth and family.”

Brian Mwasanzuwa:
“God has the final decision. Let’s surrender to him because he can remove the soul at any time. Let’s not brag about tomorrow or the day after, our tomorrow is in God’s hands. May RAO rest in eternal peace and may God comfort Ruth.”

What you need to know about Raila’s funeral
After Raila’s body arrives in Kenya, the procession is expected to transport it to the Lee Funeral Home (Lee Funeral Home) before being taken to the Parliament Buildings for citizens to pay their respects.

President William Ruto announced that Raila will be buried with national honors on Friday, October 17which is declared to be national holiday.

Mourners will have another opportunity to pay their respects on the day of Saturday, October 18in Moi Stadium in Kisumubefore the last funeral service was held on Sunday, October 19.

Ruth Odinga could not contain her emotions at JKIA. — Ruth Odinga was with Raila in India when he passed away. Photo: Ruth Odinga.
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