- Raila Odinga Junior showed resilience during his father’s emotional funeral in Bondo, Siaya County
- The third son of Hayati introduced his beloved wife, Wambui Kibukosya, and caressed her with love, leaving mourners stunned
- The couple got married in 2011 in a beautiful wedding at the Windsor Golf and Country Club Hotel in Nairobi.
Raila Odinga Junior is excited after recognizing his wife, Wambui Kibukosya at his father’s burial ceremony at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology.
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Raila’s funeral was attended by several leaders from Africa.
The ODM leader’s family showered him with praise, describing him as a great family member.
How many grandchildren did Raila Odinga have?
Raila Junior, before paying respects to his father, first called his beautiful wife to the stage.
“My sweetheart, my lovely ichunga, someone who understands me, naber, nyamalo, wave to them guys,” he said before giving her a gash on the forehead.
Raila Junior revealed that his father had five grandchildren: one is Fidel’s son, two are Rosemary’s daughters, and two sons from him (Junior).
“Saphie, Alai, Seniah, Lion, and Jaramogi,” he participated.
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How did Raila Odinga Junior mourn his father?
In his tribute, the father of two recalled their great memories, promising to take care of his mother, Ida, his two siblings and his entire family.
“He was my hero, and his legacy lives on in me, in my brothers and in all those whose lives he touched. I am the child of my Father. And that is why I will continue to fight for values. I am very alive to the fact that with my brother Fidel gone, I remain the gentleman of the family. Behind. Thank you, Father, for the gift of life. Thank you for giving me your name and for not caring about its weight on me, thank you for always believing in me. Thank you for standing by me even when I failed or failed completely, and for always showing me grace. Thank you for your wisdom, your guidance and your unwavering love – not just for me, but for our entire family: Mom, Fidel, Rosie, Winnie, my wife, my children, my in-laws and my friends. Thank you for grounding me in the ways and beyond of our people while inspiring me to be a modern person. I will miss our family times, our laughter and our conversations. I will miss watching Arsenal with you – (this is our year!). I will miss making new memories with you, but I will forever cherish the ones we shared. I thank God for you and for all you have done for me. You have run your race with honor. Grace now guide you home, may the ancestors receive you and give you a good rest,” he wrote.
Below is a video of Raila Junior introducing his wife:
Details of Raila Odinga’s funeral
- Winnie Odinga he fought back tears as he paid his last respects to his father.
- President William Ruto he was seen having a close relationship with the second son of Raila Odinga Junior, Jaramogi, at his grandfather’s funeral.
- Ruth Odinga she introduced her Ghanaian husband for the first time during Raila’s funeral.
- The singer’s sister Ruth introduced her sons at his funeral.
- Leaders consoled Raila Ogeta’s long-time bodyguard.
How did Stephen Letoo mourn Raila Odinga?
In a separate story, Citizen TV reporter Letoo and a close friend of Raila gave him a heartwarming tribute.
On Wednesday evening, October 15, as he was reporting on Raila’s death from JKIA airport before a team of more than 30 family members and leaders headed to India, he was overcome with emotion.
Letoo fought back tears as he reported on the trip to India to bring Ruto’s body home.
Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, the senior political journalist revealed that he has not yet accepted Raila’s death, saying it was like a dream.
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