Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga has paid a moving tribute to his younger brother, the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, recalling his brilliance, discipline, and warmth long before he became a political icon. Speaking at Nyayo National Stadium on Friday during the national memorial service, Oburu shared childhood memories that painted a deeply personal picture of Raila as not just a leader, but a loving brother, an excellent student, and even a skilled cook. “He was a good cook. And he was always number one in class,” Oburu said, drawing laughter and admiration from the thousands who had gathered to…
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A heartbroken Ida Odinga on Friday urged Kenyans to honour the memory of her late husband, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, by embracing forgiveness, rejecting greed, and upholding peace — values she said defined his life and leadership. Speaking at Nyayo Stadium during the national memorial service, Mama Ida said her husband had always believed that peace was the most valuable gift Kenyans could give one another. “Don’t carry grudges from one generation to another,” she pleaded. “We are all Kenyans, and we must learn to forgive easily and build a together Kenya.” She added that Raila consistently preached unity…
Rosemary Odinga, daughter of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has spoken of the deep pain and emptiness her family continues to feel following her father’s death. Speaking on Friday, October 17, during the state funeral service held in honour of the veteran politician, Rosemary emotionally recounted the moment she learned of her father’s passing from her brother, Raila Odinga Jr. “I remember the day I received the message. I was seated at the table, just finished my breakfast, and then my brother Raila Odinga Jr. called me and asked where I was,” she said. “I told him I…
Winnie Odinga, the daughter of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, moved mourners to tears with an emotional tribute to her father, describing him as both her “Dad and superhero.” Speaking during the State Funeral Service at Nyayo National Stadium, Winnie shared heartfelt memories of the man who shaped her life through love, wisdom, and courage. “I don’t know who I’ll miss more — my Dad or my superhero,” she began, her voice trembling as the crowd fell silent. “I am the luckiest girl in the world because you were my Dad. Only three other human beings were…
Kenya Airways has increased the number of flights to Kisumu over the weekend as the body of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga is expected to be transported to the lakeside city tomorrow. In a statement posted on X, the national carrier said it had added flights to accommodate the rising travel demand ahead of Raila’s arrival. “We’ve increased our flight frequency to Kisumu over the weekend to accommodate the high travel demand,” the airline announced. According to Kenya Airways, additional flights will operate on Friday, October 17, at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., while on Saturday, October 18, flights…
President William Ruto has explained why the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga lies-in-state at Parliament Buildings, also known as the August House. In a statement shared on social media after paying his last respects to the late leader on Friday morning, President Ruto said Raila’s long and distinguished service as a Member of Parliament made Parliament the most fitting place to honour him. “For fifteen years, our departed leader, the Right Honourable Raila Amollo Odinga, served the people of Kibera Constituency with unwavering dedication and distinction as their Member of Parliament,” Ruto stated. He added that during his…
Former President of Tanzania Jakaya Kikwete and Tanzanian Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango have arrived in Kenya to pay their last respects to the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga. They were received early Friday morning at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) by former Kenyan Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka. “This morning at JKIA, I had the honour of welcoming former President of Tanzania, H.E. Jakaya Kikwete, and the Vice President, H.E. Dr. Philip Mpango, who came to Nairobi to pay their last respects to their dear brother and friend, Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, EGH. Their presence shows just…
President William Ruto has arrived at Parliament Buildings, where the body of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga lies in State. The Head of State was received by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi. He was accompanied by First Lady Rachel Ruto. President Ruto viewed the body and paid his last respects to the late ODM leader, who is being accorded full state honours. The body of Raila Odinga is expected to be moved to Nyayo National Stadium later this morning for the State Funeral Service. The casket will depart Parliament after all dignitaries, including the…
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The body of Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga, has been taken to Parliament Buildings ahead of his State Funeral, which will begin at 9 a.m. today, Friday, at Nyayo Stadium. Key dignitaries, including Members of Parliament and visiting foreign delegations who did not view his body earlier, will have the opportunity to pay their final respects before the funeral service begins. The late leader’s body will lie in State in line with national protocols reserved for dignitaries of his stature. The honour, which had been planned for Thursday, was postponed after large, unruly crowds disrupted the earlier viewing…
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