Thousands of mourners at Nyayo Stadium ahead of Raila Funeral Service
From as early as dawn, queues formed outside the gates as security officers screened attendees before allowing them into the stadium. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Thousands of mourners gathered at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi for the state funeral service of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The event, marked by tight security and full military honors, brought together citizens, government officials, and international dignitaries to pay their respects.
- The State Funeral Service was scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m. on a Friday, with guests asked to be seated by 8:00 a.m.
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced the two-hour event would include a sermon, family eulogy, and messages from national and international leaders.
- After the service, a public viewing of Raila Odinga’s remains was scheduled to continue from around 12:00 noon to allow more mourners to pay their final respects.
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Funeral Arrangements and Schedule for Raila Odinga - October 2025
Funeral arrangements for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga were changed at the last minute, with his body to remain at Lee Funeral Home overnight instead of being taken to his Karen residence. The body had earlier arrived at Nyayo National Stadium in a military convoy for the State Funeral, attended by thousands of mourners and dignitaries. Due to the overwhelming turnout, the government extended the public viewing period. Following services in Nairobi, the body will be flown to Kisumu on Saturday. His burial is scheduled for Sunday, October 19, in a private ceremony at the Kang’o ka Jaramogi homestead in Bondo.
