Raila Odinga Junior Breaks Silence After His Father’s Death: “Thank You Father”

Raila Odinga died after suffering a heart attack while in India, while his daughter Winnie witnessed his last moments
After a period of mourning, his son Raila Odinga Junior mourned his father with a touching message he posted on the internet
His emotional message touched many Kenyans as it involved memories of important moments in Raila’s life, accompanied by one of his favorite songs

The family of the former Prime Minister Raila Odinga still struggling to come to terms with his sudden death.

Raila Odinga Junior mourned his father with a touching tribute. Photo: Raila Odinga Junior, Raila Odinga.
Source: Facebook

Raila died on Wednesday, October 15, after suffering a heart attack while taking a morning walk with his daughter Winnie Odinga.

Respecting his wish to be buried within 72 hours of his death, funeral arrangements have been made quickly.

His body was transported from India, where he died, and later placed Kasarani Stadium on Thursday, October 16, where families and various leaders had the opportunity to see it.

What did Raila Odinga Junior say about his father’s death?

In this series of sad events, Odinga’s family has not had much time to deal with their feelings.

Among them, Raila Odinga Junior seemed to be most affected by the death of his father.

When the family went to see Raila’s body at Kasarani, Junior looked very sad as he said goodbye to his father, who was his role model.

He reached out and touched his father’s coffin, standing silently for a long time beside his sister Rosemary, then made the sign of the cross and quietly left.

After finding the strength to face the reality of the tragedy, Junior broke his silence.

Through his X account, he shared a touching video that collected important memories of his father’s life — from political campaigns, family celebrations, to old memories with his late father, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, as well as loving moments with his wife, Ida.

Kenyans encourage Raila Odinga Junior

His short but powerful message touched the hearts of many Kenyans online, evoking a wave of love and comfort from followers touched by his pain.

Here are some of their comments:

@McKennaMK:
“The pain of losing a parent is very great. May God comfort you. I’m so sorry.”

@yussufn:
“My condolences to the whole family. May God give you patience and peace in your hearts, Junior. You are very hurt. You have never owned Raila Odinga alone. We have owned all of us. He did not have enough time to be with you. I am so sorry.”

@MoGAbdi:
“Please forgive me, may God give you and your family strength during this difficult time. Father’s legacy will live forever.”

@Sassyrigz:
“I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a father is a very painful thing. If it will comfort you, just know that he is in heaven in a peaceful place.”