Events Follow Death of Raila Odinga, Including Shooting at Kasarani and Vandalism at Burial Site - October 2025
Following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, several related events occurred. Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko pledged financial and legal aid to families of victims who died from gunshot wounds during a public viewing of the body at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. Sonko committed to covering hospital bills and providing legal support to demand accountability. Subsequently, disturbing reports emerged of vandalism at Raila Amolo Odinga’s burial site in Bondo, Siaya County, where unknown individuals interfered with the grave mound. On a different note, media personality Oga Obinna shaved his head as a symbolic gesture of mourning for the late leader. Additionally, Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni publicly addressed his health after missing the state burial of the former Prime Minister.