Bondo welcomes its beloved son
The final journey of Raila Odinga begins where his story was born—to rest beside his father—welcomed by wails, song, and solemn tributes.From Kisumu to Bondo, a region mourns its son...
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Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga returned to his birthplace, Bondo, on Saturday, following news of his passing in India on Wednesday. The region, including Kisumu, has been profoundly affected by his death, with businesses shut yesterday as residents watched his state funeral.
- Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga addressed mourners at Raila Odinga's Opoda farm home in Bondo.
- Businesses in Kisumu and Bondo remained closed as residents gathered for viewing parties.
- Many residents are still grappling with the news of Raila Odinga's death, revering him deeply.
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Raila Odinga's Body Returned to Bondo Following His Passing in India - October 2025
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga passed away in India on Wednesday and returned to his birthplace, Bondo, on Saturday. His passing profoundly affected the region, with businesses in Kisumu shutting down as residents watched his state funeral. Roots Party Leader Prof. George Wajackoyah mourned Raila Odinga, expressing a deep personal connection and revealing he was a food taster for Raila's father. Odinga's recent wishes regarding burial arrangements align with traditional Luo cultural practices for interring elders. The Luo community places significant importance on burial rites, guided by a strong belief in life after death.
