- - Raila joined a unique list of few Kenyan politicians who were accorded a State burial.
- - The incident happened moments after dignitaries left the former prime minister's gravesite.
- - MPs want to actualise one of Raila's final political efforts.
- - Raila was buried in a charged ceremony in his native Bondo on Sunday, October 19.
- - The ceremony, which took place in the Vatican, celebrated lives devoted to faith, service, and redemption.
- - Ogeta was with Raila Odinga until his demise in India.
- - There were fears that some of the ODM experts absorbed into government could be dropped.
- - Raila died in India after a cardiac arrest.
- - There has been speculation on Sifuna's stance at ODM, especially after former Prime Minister Raila's passing.
- - The Kisumu Woman representative went off-script with a stern warning to ODM members during the burial.
- - The Siaya Senator added that Ruto maintained constant communication with the family throughout Raila’s treatment.
- - She also commended Ruto for making his father's burial a success.
- - "The last one month was a difficult moment... His health was very concerning to me."
- - The final ceremony will begin with an interment service at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University from 9 am until 1 pm.
- - This is according to the new Wildlife Conservation and Management (Amendment) law.
- - Raila's three children says that is what their father would have wanted them to do.
- - Live TV: Kwaheri Baba
- - His grave will lie next to his father’s, marking the continuation of a lineage that defined Kenya’s politics from independence to present…
- - The government confirms that Mashujaa Day celebrations will continue as planned.
- - Top party officials publicly clashed over whether ODM should back Ruto's re-election bid.
- - A storm is brewing over the distribution of a 14,000-acre piece of land bought by former President Daniel arap Moi's regime to accommodate…
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- - Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was on Sunday laid to rest at his father's home in Kan'go ka Jaramogi, Bondo, in a ceremony marked by…
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- - President Ruto says ODM will form or join the next government in 2027, warns of action against individuals attempting to create divisions…
- - "Raila had many students in his class, and I am one of them," Ruto stated.
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- - Internal ODM politics dominate Raila's funeral
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- - By dawn, the expansive grounds were already teeming with mourners—some of whom had spent the night there to secure a vantage point for the…
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- - President Donald Trump said Sunday the United States is halting financial aid to Colombia, a longstanding US ally, as he accused its…
- - Pope Leo XIV on Sunday created seven new saints -- among them a onetime Satanic priest who rediscovered his Christian faith.
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- - The confirmation of his death was followed by a revelation that set a national clock ticking: in his will, he had wished to be laid to…
- - Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was on Sunday given a 17-gun salute as he was laid to rest at their family home in Bondo Constituency,…
- - Speaking at the state funeral service in Bondo, Siaya County, President Ruto described the last one and a half months as "very tough,"…
- - Siaya Senator and long-time bosom friend of the late Raila Amolo Odinga has maintained that political parties should be upheld in Kenyan…
- - Mama Ida Odinga will today lay to rest her husband Raila Odinga, with whom they were married for 52 years and had four children.
- - The late Raila Amolo Odinga was laid to rest in an emotional state funeral at his rural home
- - Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has said that the late Raila Odinga, just like any other human
- - Cabinet Secretary for Sports, Culture, and Heritage Salim Mvurya welcomed President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye of Senegal at
- - Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has called the late Raila Odinga a political mentor and a father figure, and
- - Hours after the family and dignitaries had left, hundreds of mourners on Sunday, October 19, 2025, surged toward
- - The late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has been laid to rest at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi, his ancestral
- - Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has warned that anyone attempting to divide the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will
- - Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has reiterated his unwavering loyalty to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga,
- - President William Ruto has promised his support for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party, signalling a possible coalition
- - Kenya bid farewell to one of its most iconic political figures as former Prime Minister and long-serving opposition
- - President William Ruto has, for the first time, shared details of the late Raila Odinga’s health struggles, revealing
- - President William Ruto has revealed that he held discussions with the late Prime Minister Raila Odinga a few
- - CS Salim Mvurya received Faye at the JKIA on Sunday afternoon
- - The former Prime Minister, who was accorded a state funeral with military honours, was sent off with a 17-gun salute.
- - Military honors are steeped in history and tradition, serving as profound expressions of respect, remembrance, and the solemnity of…
- - Ruto said Raila never pushed him to give his supporters state appointment.
- - The Hansard compilation covers Raila’s extensive parliamentary career, from his early days as an MP to his role as a Prime Minister.
- - Military honours are a central feature of state funerals.
- - The phrase “Jowi” is deeply rooted in Luo language and tradition. It refers to a buffalo, an animal that symbolizes strength, courage, and…
- - “What I will not allow, for the respect of Raila Odinga, and I will do my best, may God help me, is to let those who want to take ODM to…
- - Presentation of the flag symbolised deep gratitude for Raila’s sacrifice for Kenya
- - Ruto called the contest ‘just a student and his teacher’ and said he would have seen it as a personal victory either way.
- - Kenya fails to shake off Uganda’s challenge as the Africa Aquatics Zone 3 show concludes
- - Some of the mourners wore clothes in the colours of the Kenyan flag and T-shirts printed with his popular slogans.
- - Designer Bolo Bespoke shared his gratitude on social media for the rare opportunity to stand alongside President Ruto as they both laid…
- - TUKO.co.ke shares eight powerful photos that capture the final chapter of former prime minister Raila Odinga’s extraordinary burial at…
- - The daughter of Kisumu governor Anyang' Nyong'o has proudly announced that she is part of the LGBTQ community. Zawadi shared a photo of…
- - CS John Mbadi likened Raila Odinga to Moses, saying he led his people to the edge of Canaan and left guidance for Luo Nyanza’s political…
- - Raila Odinga has been buried at his family farm in Opoda next to his parents Jaramogi Oginga and Mama Mary. Raila died on October 15 in…
- - Speaking at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST), Oburu Oginga said his brother Raila Amollo Odinga was…
- - Thousands of mourners are attending the send-off of Raila Odinga at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (…
- - Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has been buried in Bondo at a private ceremony attended by family and friends from the political class…
- - Raila Odinga, who died at 80 on October 15, is remembered not only for his democratic legacy but also for laying the groundwork for Kenya’…
- - President William Ruto praised Raila Odinga's bodyguard, Maurice Ogeta, for his unwavering loyalty, offering him a chance to work with his…
- - President William Ruto shared details of former PM Raila Odinga’s final days, revealing deep concern from him and the family, along with…
- - Raila Odinga received a 17-gun salute during his emotional burial at his Kang'o Ka Jaramogi home in Bondo, honouring his service as Kenya’…
- - Kenya bid farewell to Raila Odinga with a 17-gun salute and military fly-past in Bondo, as President Ruto and dignitaries honored the…
- - President Ruto has described Raila Odinga’s death as a “big blow,” pledging to preserve his political legacy by keeping ODM strong, united…
- - President Ruto has disclosed intimate details of Raila Odinga’s final weeks, revealing efforts by his family and the government to secure…
- - President William Ruto has promised to safeguard the ODM party from internal sabotage, pledging to honor Raila Odinga’s legacy by…
- - President Ruto said his administration would respect and support ODM as part of Raila’s legacy and vision for a united, multiparty nation.
- - Wandayi contrasted Ruto’s partnership with Odinga’s previous alliances — with former Presidents Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta — saying…
- - Mudavadi described the move as an exceptional gesture as a historic mark of respect for one of Africa’s most influential statesmen.
- - Kalonzo vowed to deliver Kenyans to the long-promised “Canaan” on behalf of the fallen opposition icon.
- - I have never betrayed Raila and I cannot be anywhere where Raila has not taken me - Junet.
- - The vocal lawmaker promised never to forget those who peddled the rumours.
- - Junet said many Kenyans, not just members of had been politically orphaned.
- - Ida said her husband’s dream was for Kenya to become a developed nation comparable to countries like Singapore, South Korea.
- 19 Oct 2025 - The final ceremony will begin with an interment service at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University from 9 am until 1 pm.
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- 19 Oct 2025 - Kenya’s former Prime Minister is being laid to rest today at his ancestral home in Bondo, concluding a period of national mourning for the veteran statesman.
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- 19 Oct 2025 - The final ceremony will begin with an interment service at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University from 9 am until 1 pm.
- 19 Oct 2025 - After recovering from toe surgery, the reigning world champion has outlined his ambitious plans to take on the 200m next season.
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- 19 Oct 2025 - The higher charges come at a time when the State is preparing to relinquish its majority ownership in the company by listing at the NSE.
- 19 Oct 2025 - The judge allowed the application by the firm, marked the case as withdrawn, and closed the file.
- 19 Oct 2025 - The final ceremony will begin with an interment service at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University from 9 am until 1 pm.
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