Edwin Sifuna gave a strong position about the direction of the ODM party during the funeral of the former leader of the party, Raila Odinga, and was applauded by the crowd of supporters The Nairobi senator recounted how Raila guided him into the political arena and shared his final instructions about the party ahead of…
Raila Odinga’s sister, Ruth, has been keeping her family life out of the public eye, and has managed to do so for a long time. Kenyans knew nothing about his married life until his brother’s funeral, where he introduced his family for the first time While praising her brother who volunteered to hold her hand,…
President William Ruto praised Maurice Ogeta, Raila Odinga’s loyal bodyguard, for his dedication and support over the years The head of state recalled how Ogeta would go as far as wiping their shoes after midnight campaigns He assured Ogeta of the opportunity to work with his government, recognizing his role in preserving Raila’s legacy President…
Raila Odinga was buried in Kang’o Ka Jaramogi, near the graves of his father and mother, which touched mourners emotionally President William Ruto, who attended the funeral, paid his respects to his friend and responded to critics who claimed that he was the most affected by Raila’s death. In his speech, he recounted the difficult…
Former prime minister Raila Odinga was buried in the family cemetery, Kang’o ka Jaramogi, at his home in Bondo village. A cloud of grief reigned as his body was lowered into the grave, as army officers removed the Kenyan flag draped over his coffin. The flag was handed over to his wife, Ida Odinga, while…
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was buried at his home in Kang’o Ka Jaramogi after receiving 17 gun salutes The honor reserved for retired Prime Ministers, Vice Presidents, and senior military officers, recognized Raila’s service in Kenya His grave is next to that of his father, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, symbolizing the continuity of the political…
It was an emotional moment at Opoda farm in Bondo, Siaya County when Raila Odinga was being buried Raila’s spouse, children and other relatives were seen wiping away tears as they threw dirt at his grave President Ruto, former head of state Uhuru Odinga, ODM party members, among others, laid wreaths at Raila’s grave Raila…
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…
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…
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…