- Raila Odinga passed away in India after suffering a heart attack during his morning walk and was buried within four days according to his will
- Members of the Office, including DP Kithure Kindiki and Minister Julius Ogamba, wrote condolences in the condolence book at the State House
- Netizens were touched by their greetings, with some suggesting how Raila should be respected and even commenting on their students
It has now been a week since the nation fell into mourning due to the passing away of the former prime minister Raila Odinga.
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The veteran politician, aged 80, passed away in India after suffering a heart attack during his routine morning walk.
How did Kindiki, Ogamba congratulate Raila?
Since then, prominent leaders have continued to honor the fallen leader.
On Tuesday, October 21, the Deputy President Kithur Kindiki and Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba joined the list of those who shared heartfelt thanks.
Kindiki wrote in the book of mourning at the Palace:
“It was a great honor to know and interact with the Honorable former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. He was a close friend of my brother, Professor Isiah Kindiki. May the soul of our former prime minister rest in peace. Rest in peace old man.”
CS Ogamba also shared his condolence message, which drew attention online due to his handwriting:
“This is a great loss for the family, the country and the world in general. Raila Amollo Odinga was a great politician who contributed greatly to the decentralization of democracy in our country. We pray for his family. May his soul rest in peace.”
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Kenyans pay tribute to Raila
The tributes sparked a wave of condolence messages from Kenyans.
These are some of the messages they wrote:
Mrs. Eveleen Mitei:
“I can’t read some of that but, the strength of a nation is measured by how it respects those who shaped its destiny. Raila Odinga’s legacy of courage, dedication, and conviction will continue to inspire generations.”
Šponćer Mashkini:
“I think what Wanga suggested was to name the Talanta Stadium after Raila.”
Carol Mama Kim:
“Good handwriting Mr Professor and may Raila’s soul rest in eternal peace.”
Da Priest:
“Signing books of mourning, speaking eloquently about him, naming roads and houses, etc. are good things, but the best thing is to make Shure follow what he was fighting for.”
Sammy Melly:
“Raila Odinga was indeed a great leader. We want him to die by erecting a taller statue somewhere in Upper Hill Nairobi presiding over the city.”
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What you need to know about Raila’s death
Following the sad news of his death, plans for his burial along with wanting to be buried within 72 hours started immediately.
After his body arrived in Kenya on Thursday, October 16, thousands of Kenyans had the opportunity to pay their respects.
Raila was given a national funeral at Nyayo Stadium before being transported to Poisonous and later Bondo, where the last ceremony of his funeral was held.
On Sunday, October 19, a few minutes before 5 pm, he was buried in the family cemetery, Kang’o ka Jaramogi.
Did Oburu Oginga introduce his wives?
TUKO.co.ke previously reported that during Raila’s funeral, Oburu Oginga’s brother introduced his two wives to the mourners.
The Siaya senator continued to explain why he chose to marry his second wife.
His words softened the mood at the funeral, leaving mourners in stitches after hearing his words.
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