- - The proposal was made by a once high-ranking member of government.
- - Mourners who had gathered in large numbers to view the body reportedly surged forward at som
- - The body is set for a public viewing at Mamboleo Showgrounds before body is taken to Bondo in the evening.
- - Obama eulogised Raila as a true champion of democracy, as well as a symbol of resilience and reconciliation in African politics.
- - Live updates as mourners view Raila Odinga’s body in Kisumu on the third day of the four-day funeral programme.
- - The incident occurred during a night vigil in honour of the former Prime Minister on Thursday.
- - The ODM leader died in India on Wednesday morning and will be laid to rest on Sunday, October 19.
- - Kalonzo was Raila's running mate in the 2013 and 2017 General Elections.
- - He served Raila for close to 18 years and was with him during his last moments in India.
- - This comes days to the burial of the former Prime Minister on Sunday.
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- - As the nation, and especially Nairobi, plunged into a sudden state of mourning, grief-stricken Raila Odinga supporters brought along with…
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- - Kenyan musician Suzanna Owiyo has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga while
- - The Orange Democratic Party (ODM) has warned against any speeches during the body viewing of former Prime Minister
- - Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly (MCA) Robert Alai has claimed that Attorney General Dorcas Oduor’s successful career trajectory
- - The body of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga has arrived in Kisumu for the final
- - Luo Benga star Prince Indah has cancelled all his performances following the death of former Prime Minister Raila
- - Thousands of mourners on Friday, October 18, 2025, thronged Mamboleo Stadium in Kisumu to pay their last respects
- - Ohangla sensation Evans Ochieng Owino, popularly known as Prince Indah, has revealed how one of his uncles, who
- - Lawyer and politician Willis Otieno has come out eulogizing Raila Odinga as a man who gave up everything so that Kenya
- - The body of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga has arrived at the Kisumu International Airport
- - Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa has criticized the government for denying former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka a chance
- - Thousands of mourners have already gathered at Mamboleo Grounds in Kisumu ahead of the public viewing of the
- - Saboti Member of Parliament (MP) Caleb Amisi has criticised Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi for saying that Orange
- - The atmosphere, initially solemn, turned chaotic as the crowd pressed toward the tent where Raila’s body lay in state.
- - What began as two orderly queues quickly turned chaotic as the number of mourners swelled.
- - Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and Kisumu West MP Rosa Buyu were visibly emotional as they paid their respects.
- - The unidentified man was seen forcing his way toward the cordoned-off section of the stadium.
- - Wanga, a close ally of the late opposition leader, was visibly overwhelmed by grief.
- - Dressed in full ceremonial uniform, the officers carried out a choreographed reception for Raila Odinga's body.
- - Vuvuzelas blared, and tree twigs were raised shoulder-high as the crowd chanted in grief and celebration of the man many called Baba.
- - The chopper from the Kisumu International Airport to the stadium belonged to the National Intelligence Service (NIS).
- - Raila’s political influence in Kisumu and across the country has spanned decades.
- - Raila died on October 15, 2025.
- - By early morning, the 25,000-capacity stadium was nearly full.
- - Raila will be buried on October 19, 2025 in Bondo.
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- - Footage widely circulated online showed CS Murkomen appearing helpless — desperately pleading with armed police officers to stop firing…
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- 18 Oct 2025 - Barack Obama and Michelle Obama shared a moving tribute to the late Raila Odinga on their social media. Obama hailed Raila as a hero.
- 18 Oct 2025 - Kenyan gospel singer Daddy Owen has paid an emotional tribute to the late Raila Amollo Odinga, recalling the
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