The political career of Raila Odinga, a prominent figure in Kenyan politics, is being remembered following his passing. Known as a dissident, detainee, and top presidential contender, Odinga was a pivotal hero in Kenya's second liberation.

• Raila Odinga was both "loathed and adored in equal measure" throughout his career.
• The article references a past political alliance between Raila Odinga and Kijana Wamalwa, formed after the death of Jaramogi Odinga.
• Odinga is described as an "enigma and doyen" of Kenyan politics, who despite his influence, was a "king without a throne."