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A near-son relationship: Ogeta, Raila's bodyguard reflects on 18 years with his boss
Earlier in Parliament Buildings, Ogeta was overcome with grief while paying his respects to the former Prime Minister.
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His echo will never fade: Uhuru's tribute to Raila Odinga
He was a formidable opponent, but he was an even more invaluable ally in the cause of reconciliation.I have lost a friend and a brother. I will miss our conversations sometimes challenging, always insightful an...
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Until we meet again: Ida’s emotional goodbye to her husband, Raila
I had dreamed of retiring together, of growing old hand in hand, sharing quiet sunsets and dreams fulfilled. But now, I realise life’s plans are in the hands of a higher power.
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I will take care of our family, Ero Kamano Baba!- Raila Junior's tribute to Raila
Thank you for standing by me even when I fell short or outright failed, and for always showing me grace. Thank you for your wisdom, your guidance and your unwavering love — not just for me, but for our entire f...
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Raila Odinga’s last moments: Winnie Odinga remembers father and hero
Winnie shared how she felt lucky to have had Raila as her father, alongside three other close family members.
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I will be faithful to what you and me agreed on, President Ruto's tribute to Raila
For me, working with Hon Raila affirmed certain important truths that, I believe, no leader should ever neglect: Respect for opponents, acknowledging our diversity and different opinions, never underestimating...
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Raila Junior carries father’s fly whisk, grandfather’s hat in symbolic moment
The two items he carried hold deep symbolic weight. The fly whisk—an ever-present feature in Raila’s rallies and public events—represented his authority and unbroken bond with his supporters.
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Emotional farewell as Ruto, leaders honour Raila Odinga in Parliament
Preparations were also underway for Saturday’s State Funeral at Nyayo National Stadium, which is expected to draw global attention and high-level delegations from across the world. Police said that about 10,000...
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Security tight as thousands gather for Raila Odinga’s State Funeral Service
Nairobi’s head of traffic operations, Joseph Chirchir, announced road closures around the stadium to control movement and advised motorists to use alternative routes through Bunyala Road to access the city cent...
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Wiper boss cancels foreign trip to attend Raila’s funeral
Kalonzo had been in the UK for a ten-day official visit that began on October 8, following his party’s decision earlier this month to endorse him as their presidential flagbearer ahead of the 2027 elections. Hi...
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Raila’s final journey begins as body lies in State at Parliament
Raila’s body, wrapped in the Kenyan flag, lies under the watch of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in a ceremony reserved for national figures accorded State honours.
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Kenya bids farewell to Raila Odinga, a political fighter who never stopped believing
Odinga was born on 7 January 1945 in Maseno, Kisumu County, and studied mechanical engineering in East Germany, where he earned a master’s degree in 1970. He was married to Ida Odinga, and together they raised...