Uhuru Kenyatta Promises to Take Good Care of Raila Odinga’s Family

• Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta was among the senior leaders who attended the national funeral of former prime minister Raila Odinga
• Uhuru paid emotional tribute to the late Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader and political veteran
• While concluding his speech, he expressed his condolences to the family of the deceased as he made a solemn promise to them

Nairobi: Former president Uhuru Kenyatta has given a solemn oath to the former prime minister Raila Odinga during the national funeral ceremony at Nyayo Stadium.

Speaking on Friday, October 17, Uhuru talked about his friendship with the late political veteran, apparently describing it as friendly.

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Uhuru promised to take care of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader’s family now that he has passed away.

“My, my brother is to pray to God to help you rest in peace with others who fought for the country. I want you to know that we will remember you and promise to fulfill what you could not. Your family is now ours. We will continue to take care of them. We will stand with them all the time,” Uhuru said.

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I say rest in peace my brother. God bless your family. May God comfort you and give you strength. May God continue to bless Kenya, East Africa and the whole of Africa in general,” he added.

Uhuru talks about his friendship with Raila

He also talked about his friendship with Raila, explaining that they would be served a meal after their political activities.

This caused the crowd to burst into laughter, prompting him to clarify his remarks.

“I want to tell you a short story. You know, sometimes when we left work when we were just cold, we were given a little something, why are you laughing? When I talk about a little thing, I mean porridge and tea,” Uhuru explained as the crowd burst into laughter.

The Jubilee party leader said that, during their small talk, he and Raila would often wonder what their predecessors, the late Jaramogi Oginga and former President Jomo Kenyatta, discussed when they sat together.

However, he said that he knows now that Raila has joined their predecessors, and they are already negotiating.

The crowd cheered when he said that he was not talking about them because he wanted to die soon, but out of curiosity.

“I’m not saying that because I’m in a hurry to join them, no, I pray to God to help me live a long life, however, I know when our time comes you will be there to tell us which way to go,” he said jokingly.

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Several people fell as mourners tried to view Raila’s body at the national stadium Kasarani.

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Uhuru cried after the death of Raila Odinga

Following the news of Raila’s death, high level leaders, including Uhuru, arrived at Mama Ida Karen’s house to console the family.

A video that went viral revealed the extent of Uhuru’s pain.

He was seen hugging Mama Ida with love while falling on her shoulder. The retired president looked emotional, crying softly.

The former first lady also hugged Mama Ida, offering words of encouragement.

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