Raila Odinga’s funeral service was attended by senior national leaders and his political friends from around the world His family, led by his wife Ida, his children, and his brother Oburu Oginga, also offered heartfelt condolences in his honor Raila’s sister, Ruth Odinga, used the opportunity to introduce her family, which left people on the…
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…
Security remained tight during the entire funeral service of the late former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, as military officers from the three formations ensured no chance for any security laps, right from the procession from Raila Odinga’s Opoda home, to Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University, the venue for the final burial…
William Ruto led several leaders to pay their last respects to Raila Odinga, who died in India on 15 October While Raila’s funeral was going on, his youngest grandson was seen with Ruto, and the video went viral online Raila Odinga Junior revealed the number of grandchildren left by the deceased, and some of them…
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Jairo Lamenya has spent many days lying on a damp road in Majengo, waiting for the burial of his hero, Raila Odinga Despite being drenched by the rain that continues to fall and not having a fare to Bondo, Lamenya is still unshaken in paying her respects Family and well-wishers bring him food as he…
Mikel Arteta stripped off Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of the Arsenal captaincy in December 2021 before the Gabonese star was released to Barcelona on a free transfer the following January. Former Arsenal chef Bernice Kariuki has validated Mikel Arteta’s infamous decision to banish Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from the club over consistent lateness issues during his time as captain…
President William Ruto leads thousands of mourners in the national funeral of Raila Odinga which is being held at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) in Siaya county The ceremony has attracted regional and international leaders, reflecting Raila’s status as one of the most prominent politicians in Kenya’s history. His body…
Raila Odinga’s death in India has made him join the rare list of nine Kenyan leaders honored with a state funeral The recognition places him alongside founding leaders, former presidents, and prominent national figures such as Jomo Kenyatta, Daniel Moi and Wangari Maathai The government announced national mourning, with plans for a public viewing, a…
The national government has announced that the National Heroes Day celebrations will continue as planned, even as the country observes the mourning period for Raila Odinga. Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said the celebrations will continue in Kitui County on Monday, October 20 The ceremony comes at a time of mourning announced by President William Ruto…
Jaramogi Odinga’s Death brought Raila Odinga and Kijana Wamalwa together. [File, Standard] Kenya’s western region, the so-called Mulembe nation, was considered as a Raila Odinga’s stronghold but it took a lot of effort and strategy for him to gain acceptance after the death of his longtime rival Ford Kenya Chairman Michael Kijana…
Nairobi United are determined to make history as they face Alphonce Omija’s Étoile du Sahel, aiming to end Kenya’s long wait for a CAF Confederation Cup group stage spot. Nairobi United are set to make their mark on the continental stage as they host Tunisian giants Étoile Sportive du Sahel on Sunday, October 19, in…
Authorities in Tanzania have detained opposition leader John Wegesa Heche at Isibania Border Station as he was preparing to cross into Kenya for Raila Odinga’s funeral. CHADEMA accused the government of political persecution after Heche’s passport was seized and his trip to Kenya was suddenly blocked Heche was to lead the delegation of the party…
Many African communities have their own unique ways of sending their departed elders to the community For the Luo community, several practices are observed before, during and after the burial of an elder TUKO.co.ke spoke to some Jaluo elders who shared knowledge about these customs, although they admitted some of them are no longer followed…
Kenya’s Ibrahim Lea competes in the 13-14yrs Girls’ breaststroke category during the 10th Africa Aquatics Zone 3 Swimming Championship at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium. Oct 17, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenyans will make their final push for medals at the 2026 Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship that ends today at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium. Having set…