Oburu Oginga Recounts What Winnie Told Him About Raila Odinga’s Death

Raila Odinga’s brother, Oburu Oginga, traveled to Bondo after the former prime minister’s body arrived in Kenya
While in Bondo, he met with elders to give information about funeral preparations according to Luo culture and to plan the place where Raila will rest forever
In a video that went viral, Oburu recounted Raila’s last moments as told by his niece, Winnie Odinga

According to tradition, Oburu as the head of the family was required to make an official announcement to the community about his brother’s death and explain the next steps.

Oburu Oginga explained that Winnie Odinga was walking with her father when she fainted. Photo: William Samoei Ruto, Musalia Mudavadi.
Source: UGC

Raila died in India while receiving treatment, and reports indicated that he fainted during his morning walk.

Did Winnie Odinga talk about Raila’s death?

Speaking to the elders at Raila Bondo’s home, Oburu explained what Winnie OdingaRaila’s youngest daughter, told him.

Winnie was in India with her father throughout his treatment abroad and once said that she had dedicated her life to taking care of her father.

About Raila’s Funeral

Mother Ida OdingaRaila’s widow, was among those who arrived at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to receive their loved one.
Earlier, TUKO.co.ke reported that Oburu tried to calm the crowd that had accompanied Raila’s procession to the Stadium Kasarani.
At one point, police used tear gas to disperse mourners who had flooded the 60,000-capacity stadium.
His family finally had the opportunity to look at Raila’s body and mourn together.
His son Raila Junior and his wife were seen with strong emotions as they stood near the casket holding hands.