The death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, affectionately known as Baba, has plunged Kenya into mourning. Royal Media Services (RMS) Group Editorial Director Linus Kaikai eulogized Odinga as a visionary leader, revealing he spoke with him just a week prior to his passing in Kochi, India.

• Linus Kaikai recounted a 7-minute phone call with Raila Odinga where he appeared cheerful.
• Raila Odinga passed away in Kochi, India, while undergoing treatment.
• Kaikai highlighted Odinga's nearly two decades at the center of Kenyan politics, starting his presidential bid in 1996–1997.