- Photographer Evans Ouma has recalled his time working with Raila Odinga between 2015 – 2018
- In a recent interview, the young man highlighted the late politician’s humility and genuine relationship with the public
- Ouma described one of the happiest moments with Raila after the 2017 High Court ruling
Photographer of Raila Odinga has opened up about working with the veteran politician.
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Evans Ouma, who was Raila’s official photographer between 2015 and 2018, has shared touching memories of his time with the former prime minister.
How did Raila Odinga’s former photographer remember him?
In an interview with Citizen TV, the photographer described his former boss who died as humble and had a touch with ordinary citizens.
Ouma said his aim was to capture Raila’s moments with the people.
“He was a man of the people. Whenever I went to campaign with him, I always tried to capture his relationship with the crowd, how his presence made people feel,” Ouma said.
Why were Raila’s acts of kindness never caught?
Ouma also revealed that the late former prime minister never allowed him to take pictures while giving aid.
“Whenever he gave someone money or help, he didn’t want pictures taken. He didn’t do it for show; he did it from the heart,” he said.
The young photographer said the 2017 general election campaigns were some of the most intense moments of his career.
“That was one of the most exciting campaigns I’ve ever covered. Photographing Jakom as a presidential candidate was a dream,” he remembered.
Raila’s presidential portrait
He recalled the presidential photo on Capitol Hill of Raila. That photo gave birth to the photo, which was to be used as his official portrait if he became president after the 2017 election.
“We were prepared. That was supposed to be an official photo,” he said.
Furthermore, Ouma recalled one of the most historic moments after the High Court annulled the results of the 2017 presidential election. Raila had never looked happier, according to him.
“I have never seen him so happy. Jakom was shaking his fists, laughing, and hugging everyone, saying that democracy has finally won,” Ouma said.
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Here’s how netizens reacted to Ouma’s interview:
Mrs. Eveleen Mitei
“A moving feature that shows the invisible side of leadership through the lens of dedication and artistry. Photographers like Ouma preserve history not just with pictures, but with emotion and legacy. Their work reminds us that storytelling is also an act of service to memory and truth.”
Jamila Mohamed:
“Dad was a secret giver. God bless him a lot.”
Achi Mariam:
“Honest workers are what we see everywhere and a kind boss.”
Florence Were:
“Who is the father? He remains a mystery… He still makes me watch the news a little..”
How did Maurice Ogeta cry for Raila?
In other news, Raila’s long-serving bodyguard, Maurice Ogeta, mourned his boss in an emotional eulogy.
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Ogeta compared their relationship to that of father and son and not just academic.
He remembered the time he spent protecting and supporting the veteran politician.
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