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16 Oct 2025 - Normalcy was later restored, and mourners were allowed into the stadium to pay their final respects

16 Oct 2025 - Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan described Raila as a brilliant leader, a global African, and a peace-loving solution-seeker.

16 Oct 2025 - Mourners flock to Kasarani Stadium for the piblic viewing of Raila Odinga's body

16 Oct 2025 - Oburu’s presence at Raila’s home is significant as he officially communicates his brother’s death to the larger family and the community.

16 Oct 2025 - Police were forced to hurl teargas to control an impatient crowd that was surging at Kasarani.

16 Oct 2025 - From matatus to private cars, boda bodas to handcarts, one symbol keeps appearing: twigs.

16 Oct 2025 - Embalming experts from Lee Funeral Home and pathologists are present.

16 Oct 2025 - Due to security concerns and logistical challenges, planners cancelled the viewing at Parliament

16 Oct 2025 - The confrontation escalated just minutes after police lobbed teargas into the crowd, triggering panic and confusion.

16 Oct 2025 - The crowd had turned up in large numbers to view the body of the former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, which had been retrieved from India.

16 Oct 2025 - Kittony said Raila’s death marked “the end of a chapter in Kenya’s history,” noting that the 80-year-old leader’s influence spanned decades of…

16 Oct 2025 - Thousands of mourners have also gathered at the stadium to pay their final respects.

16 Oct 2025 - By carrying the hat home herself and handing it to her mother, Winnie turned it into a profound emblem of continuity.

16 Oct 2025 - The National Security Council met on Wednesday under the chairmanship of President William Ruto and ordered enhanced security at the homes.

16 Oct 2025 - The viewing was initially schedule to take place at the Parliament buildings.

16 Oct 2025 - The decision followed scenes of chaos at Parliament Buildings

16 Oct 2025 - The suspension followed a breach of security by supporters of Raila who had gone to receive his remains at the airport.

16 Oct 2025 - The two were seen weeping openly, holding each other in tight embraces.

16 Oct 2025 - At its center was a striking image of Raila, wearing a brown shirt, his face lit with a familiar, gentle smile.

16 Oct 2025 - Heartfelt messages flood in while security agencies grapple with unprecedented mourning crowds

16 Oct 2025 - For Raila, organizers say the orange theme captures the spirit of resilience, courage, and unity that defined his life and political career.

16 Oct 2025 - “Baba! Baba!” one mourner screamed, his voice cracking as tears streamed down his face.

16 Oct 2025 - The ceremony at Opoda carried both spiritual and cultural weight, representing the deep-rooted respect the Luo people hold for their departed leaders.

16 Oct 2025 - At its centre of the banner was a striking image of Raila, wearing a brown shirt, his face lit with a familiar, gentle smile.

16 Oct 2025 - “We are working, yes, but our hearts are heavy. It feels like we’ve lost a father.”

16 Oct 2025 - Earlier, in India, the hat had drawn attention when it was photographed resting on a beige seat in a waiting area

16 Oct 2025 - Raila's body was expected to be at Parliament Buildings for viewing but the exercise has been moved to Kasarani.

16 Oct 2025 - The procession wound its way through Jomo Kenyatta Avenue, Digo Road with supporters dancing to ODM and Luo songs

16 Oct 2025 - Several lawmakers, including Babu Owino, Sylvanus Osoro, Otiende Amollo, Ledama Olekina, and Tom Ojienda, tried to persuade the crowd in vain.

16 Oct 2025 - Military officials and morticians who had been stationed at Lee Funeral Home to receive and prepare the body were instead instructed to head to…

16 Oct 2025 - At several points along the highway, crowds have formed human chains, waving branches and chanting unity songs.

16 Oct 2025 - KCAA said the suspension was prompted by a large number of mourners who gained access to restricted areas.

16 Oct 2025 - Supporters broke through barriers to catch a glimpse of the hearse carrying Raila's remains.

16 Oct 2025 - At Lee, the body, which arrived wrapped as cargo in a coffin, will be unwrapped, prepared, and then placed in a new coffin.

16 Oct 2025 - Raila collapsed during a morning walk on Wednesday morning, within the premises of the Ayurvedic facility.

16 Oct 2025 - Draped in the Kenyan flag, the casket was received by President William Ruto and Mama Ida Odinga

16 Oct 2025 - This follows the government’s declaration of the same date as a public holiday in honour of Raila.

16 Oct 2025 - The ambulances have been strategically stationed within and around the airport.

16 Oct 2025 - His words often carried the weight of a people’s struggle and the promise of a better tomorrow.

16 Oct 2025 - The plane carrying the ODM leader touched down at JKIA runway around 9:30am.

16 Oct 2025 - Thousands of mourners are expected to line the highway.

16 Oct 2025 - A mourner collapsed as he mourned Raila and was rushed to a standby ambulance for attention.

16 Oct 2025 - “Jowi! Jowi!” they shouted

16 Oct 2025 - Raila’s body is expected at Parliament Buildings from noon to 5 pm, allowing Kenyans to pay their final respects

16 Oct 2025 - As part of the national honours, Odinga was accorded a water salute, a rare ceremonial gesture in aviation reserved for moments of great significance.

16 Oct 2025 - Raila Odinga died on October 15, 2025, at the age of 80 years

16 Oct 2025 - Only accredited officials, family members, and senior government representatives are allowed into the compound.

16 Oct 2025 - Ruto arrived at the airport shortly after 9:08 am.

16 Oct 2025 - At one point, Winnie sat beside Mudavadi, the two locked in a hushed conversation.

16 Oct 2025 - The appointment takes effect immediately.