- 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 internet fascinated by her sons
His sister Raila OdingaRuth, surprised mourners in Bondo after publicly introducing her two sons.
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The funny and powerful politician has been protecting her family life away from the public eye, while many wonder if she has a husband.
Who are Ruth Odinga’s children?
However, when he was remembering his brother Raila, he decided to show people his family and explain the reason for the names he gave his sons.
Raila’s brother died in India on October 15, while receiving treatment. He was rushed to the hospital after collapsing during his morning walk.
Her Ghanaian husband wore a West African dress and found time to inform the mourners.
His first son, Sankara Amolo, gave the mourners strength when he took to the microphone to share his memories with Raila.
Ruth’s youngest son, Nyabola, also got a little time to talk to visitors, and his mother later explained that she named him in honor of his late brother.
Watch the video below:
Here are some comments from social media users:
@Mirriam Fave Masunga said:
“The pregnant woman talks like her uncle.”
@Ibrahim Mmbaka said:
“This was very secretive. I hope famous people learn how to keep their things private.”
@Abel Serem said:
“The boy ‘Ogolla’ can be a very good politician if he gives birth in that way.”
@Joshua W Sirandula said:
“I met this couple when they lived in Pollards Hill near Croydon, England. That’s where I also met Jakom. Rest in peace Jakom.”
@Lisah M Abby said:
“So Raila helped his sisters and brothers. Do you see what you can do for your single sisters?”
@Ladynash Nashengena said:
“The last child should have been Raila Odinga. He speaks like his uncle.”
@Flora Fiona said:
“The last child talks like his late uncle.”
@Hakal Shazam Sharon said:
“The sons are very good looking.”
@Pamela Minayo said:
“Very well, sometimes it’s good to have a private life like her.”
@Yvonne Nyambeki said:
“They can also make Raila proud, I like their strength.”
What you should know about Raila’s funeral
Raila’s family arrived together in unity and went to pay their last respects to their father, here Winnie Odinga placing his trademark hat on top of the casket.
His daughter, Winnie, also held back tears as she read a condolence to honor her father who died in her arms in India.
He also hinted that he wants to return to local politics when he gave a message of respect to the President William Ruto.
Did Raila Junior arrive with his wife?
Earlier, TUKO.co.ke reported about Raila’s son, Junior, who surprised Kenyans online after arriving holding the hand of his wife, Wambui Kibukosya.
During his speech to the mourners, he acknowledged his wife Wambui with sweet words as the crowd applauded him.
At one point, he kissed her on the forehead while holding her hand before returning to her seat.
When he was returning, Ruto and Ida found time to greet him and talk to him for a few seconds.
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