Viewing of Raila’s body in Kisumu changed to Jomo Kenyatta stadium

Kisumu County Commissioner Benson Leparmorijo said the decision was arrived at following consultations within the organising committee led by Deputy President Kithure K.....

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The viewing venue for Raila Odinga's body in Kisumu has been moved from the Moi Stadium to the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo due to security concerns and large crowds. This change follows chaotic scenes at previous viewing locations in Nairobi.

The venue change was decided after consultations by an organizing committee led by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
Kisumu County Commissioner Benson Leparmorijo urged mourners to maintain peace and observe the law amid reported cases of muggings and extortion.
Prior events saw unmanageable crowds at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), roads to Lee Funeral Home, and Kasarani Stadium, where police used teargas to disperse supporters.

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