Thank You For Being a Dependable Father, Raila’s Bodyguard Pens Emotional Tribute

He served Raila for close to 18 years and was with him during his last moments in India...
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Maurice Ogeta, the long-serving bodyguard of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has penned an emotional tribute, describing Odinga as a mentor, father, and comrade. Ogeta served Odinga for nearly 18 years, accompanying him to India for medical attention and witnessing his final moments.
- Ogeta described his service to Odinga as a life-changing experience that shaped his personal and professional growth, comparing Odinga's quest for a freer continent to that of Nelson Mandela.
- The tribute recounts Odinga's legacy as marked by personal sacrifices for a better Kenyan nation.
- Ogeta was among those who oversaw the preparation and repatriation of Odinga's body, showing visible grief upon its return to Kenya.
- In July 2023, Ogeta's loyalty was tested when he was abducted and questioned about Odinga's activities during the Azimio protests.
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Tributes to Raila Odinga from Political Leaders and Family - October 2025
During the State Funeral at Nyayo National Stadium, President William Ruto delivered a moving tribute, acknowledging Raila Odinga's role in steadying his administration and describing him as a statesman. Former President Uhuru Kenyatta also delivered a eulogy, vowing to uphold Odinga's legacy and sharing personal anecdotes. Odinga's daughter, Winnie, recounted his final moments in India, stating he died "strong, with dignity, and with pride." His brother, Dr. Oburu Oginga, recalled Raila's exceptional childhood brilliance, while his long-serving bodyguard, Maurice Ogeta, described him as a mentor and father.