- Raila Odinga had many happy moments during his political career, often using humor and poignant metaphors to defuse tense situations.
- In a video that recently hit the internet, Raila was seen laughing uncontrollably after the party calf suddenly got confused and jumped on him
- The crowd scattered in panic as Raila ran for safety, then burst into laughter later, a relief in the middle of the mourning period.
Former Prime Minister of Kenya, Raila Odingahad many humorous moments in his political career.
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Being a die-hard fan of the team ArsenalRaila was known for his witty speeches and riddles, and sometimes lightened difficult situations with humor.
After his death in India, a video showing the funny incident that made him laugh out loud has resurfaced.
Did the cow chase Raila Odinga?
In the video clip, Raila was accompanied by several prominent leaders of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), including the former Tinderet Member of Parliament for a long time, Henry Kosgey.
At the time, Kosgey was the national chairman of ODM and was seen handing Raila a large calf as a courtesy or luxury gift.
However, the calf suddenly became confused, kicking and hopping wildly, causing consternation to those watching.
People in the crowd quickly scattered to find safety, while one man tried desperately to calm the angry animal.
Raila, when he realized the danger, immediately ran faster than most of those around him, in an event that was funny but also exciting.
Many of his bodyguards rushed to protect the former prime minister.
Then Raila started laughing, and the whole crowd burst into laughter from the funny incident.
Several men were seen holding ropes to restrain the angry calf.
“Let him go,” a man was heard saying, and the calf ran at full speed.
What did Kenyans say about the video of Raila running?
Many Kenyans found the funny video comforting in their time of mourning.
Others recalled the incident, saying it happened at Kosgey’s home.
Via Akinyi:
“He ran with lowercase letters.”
Sostene Magut:
“Gift from the Kalenjin through Henry Kosgey.”
Matthew Steve:
“The deceased was a cheerful person.”
Thomas Maingi:
“Imagine running away from the gift you were awarded.”
Fatty Nyaga:
“He ate the corner more than other people.”
Felix Menjo:
“I remember that day, it was at his home in Kipkoror. It was the first time I greeted him by the hand.”
Alphan Geff:
“Haha, man, I laughed even though I was mourning him.”
Johnson Junior:
“The best thing is that Mzee Rail was always laughing, even when the administration system provoked him.”
Walobwa Willie Walla:
“Seeing this after burying Dad is really funny.”
What happened on the plane to India to take Raila’s body?
In other news, renowned television reporter Stephen Letoo felt deep sorrow after Raila’s death.
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He described the sad journey to India to collect the leader’s body, recounting how they felt when they saw the coffin for the first time, and the heavy silence that fell among the passengers.
When they arrived, the situation was one of deep mourning, with military officers and close aides surrounding the casket respectfully.
Letoo recalled the grief of Raila’s family and the panic at the airport, reflecting on the influence of the late leader in politics and journalism in Kenya.
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