Raila Accorded State Honours in Death; Will Requests Burial Within 72 Hours - October 2025

Raila Odinga, described as 'the President Kenya never had', was accorded State honours in death. According to one report, his will requested that he be buried within 72 hours. Other stories look back on his life, characterizing it as one lived 'in defiance of silence' and describing him as an 'enigma' who rose from 'political dust'. His family's political journey is examined under the title 'The House of Jaramogi: A dynasty without a throne'. His career is summarized as leaving a 'mixed legacy of hope and doubt'.