Kenya awaits arrival of Raila’s body from India

Raila body arrives from India as Kenya prepares for his state funeral. President Ruto to receive remains at JKIA before public viewing...
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The body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is en route to Kenya from India after his death while receiving treatment. His remains are expected to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) at 8:30 a.m., to be received by President William Ruto.
- A State funeral service will be held on Friday, followed by burial on Sunday at his Bondo home in Siaya County.
- Raila Odinga's body will be available for public viewing at Parliament from midday to 5:00 p.m. today, and at Moi Stadium in Kisumu on Saturday.
- President William Ruto has declared seven days of national mourning, with flags at half-mast.
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President Ruto Leads State Reception as Raila Odinga's Body Arrives at JKIA - October 2025
The body of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Thursday, October 16, 2025. The Kenya Airways flight, designated RAO001 (formerly KQ 203), landed from India. President William Ruto led the State reception for Odinga's final return, joined by other dignitaries. Large crowds gathered at the airport to receive the body, which was en route from India after his death while receiving treatment. The arrival necessitated changes to planned public viewing locations.








