The National Assembly Minority Whip maintained that inviting leaders with different political views was not wrong and that the family should be allowed to honour the late former prime minister without facing continued attacks.
By Bradley BosireIda has revealed that she had been encouraging the late former Prime Minister to retire from active politics so they could spend more time together, travel around the world and make up for the years consumed by his political struggles. But the retirement she had envisioned never came.
By Maureen KinyanjuiFor Ida, the passing of a year has not erased the habits and memories built during their time together. Her account showed that even familiar moments, such as returning home and waiting late into the night, can bring back the reality of losing a loved one.
By Bradley BosireThe remarks came as the family and Raila Odinga’s secretariat began preparations for a series of activities to mark one year since his death and celebrate his contribution to the country.
By Chrispho OwuorRaila Junior was present during the celebrations when his mother told Kibra leaders that they should help him understand the constituency and advise him as he takes his first steps into elective politics.
By Maureen KinyanjuiEven as he spoke of the threats, Gachagua insisted that his previous engagements in the Nyanza region had been peaceful, recalling a tour alongside President William Ruto where he said he received a warm welcome.
By Bradley BosireMama Ida explained that her wealth is separate from that of the family of her late husband, Raila Odinga. She made it clear that while she has an interest in some family assets, her declared net worth only reflects what belongs to her personally.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking in response to an appeal by Mama Ida Odinga for unity and consultation within ODM, Sifuna said he had taken her words to heart and was committed to preserving the party’s cohesion in line with the values of its late leader, Raila Odinga.
By Bradley BosireMama Ida recalled Raila’s hands-on approach to party management, describing him as a firm but fair leader who believed in collective decision-making and constant engagement with party members and the public.
By Bradley BosireMudavadi recalled his long friendship with the late leader, saying he deeply missed their warm personal exchanges.
By Bradley Bosire