- Maurice Ogeta is among the people who showed up the most during the death and funeral of the ODM leader, Raila Odinga, as he seemed very broken hearted
- The long-time security guard was the last person to see Raila walking, as they had made a trip to the hospital where he was receiving treatment before he collapsed.
- Ogeta has talked about their relationship, which has built him up and taken him to a leadership position
- Raila’s daughter, Winnie, and her sisters praised Ogeta for his good work and loyalty as a friend and employee of their father
Nairobi, Kenya: Maurice Ogeta, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) stalwart who passed away, Raila Odingahas said that working under that leader has helped him get to where he is today.
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According to Ogeta, he has been with Raila for 18 years, and their relationship has grown from a casual friendship to that of father and son.
During that period, they had good times when they traveled abroad, watched football matches, and even watched Raila participate in various sports.
There were also difficult and dangerous times during the protestwhere Raila faced the danger of death face to face.
In the video that shows the last term of the former prime ministerOgeta is seen walking faithfully behind him.
“The power of that relationship cannot be underestimated; it has brought me to a leadership position,” he said.
“In the 18 years I worked with you, I have never known another person who loved Africa like you, except for Nelson Mandela. You have left a legacy of fighting for a better Kenya, and you will be remembered for a long time,” he added.
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What did Winnie Odinga say about Ogeta?
During her speech at the funeral service, Raila’s daughter, Winnie Odingapraised Ogeta for being faithful until the last minute.
“My partner Maurice Ogeta, on behalf of the Odinga family, thank you for your love and service,” said Winnie.
What were the views of Kenyans about the video?
@PhaniceWatila:
“The silent shadow that followed Jakom wherever he stepped… a man that no one knew until now. Long live Maurice Ogeta.”
Joan Awuor Ouma:
“But Dad has hurt our hearts. It hurts so much yawa. I’ve been thinking about how lonely he feels. Dad was used to having people around him. It will take a long time Dad, but rest in peace.”
Collins Ardcar:
“God bless you brother.”
Joyce Langat:
“Rest in peace Dad, and thank you for taking care of Dad for all those years.”
@OmarNuri-w7v:
“Good job Mr. Maurice Ogeta, you have done an exceptional job taking care of Dad until his last breath. Rest in peace Dad, our country Kenya and the African continent in general will miss you. You have done very well in life.”
Maurice Ogeta presents the suit of the deceased to be buried with it
Another story showed how Ogeta continued to receive love and sympathy from the public following the death of his boss.
In the video, Ogeta is seen handing over what is reported to be Raila’s funeral suit at Lee Funeral Home, after arriving from India.
The sudden death of the ODM leader shook the whole country, and Kenyans mourned him as a national treasure.
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