President Ruto post humously confers Raila with Order of the Golden Heart Award for his service to Kenya
President Ruto described Odinga as a selfless leader who fully believed in Kenya. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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During Mashujaa Day celebrations, President William Ruto posthumously awarded the Order of the Golden Heart (CGH) to the late former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, for his significant service and contributions to Kenya's national unity. Ruto lauded Odinga as a selfless leader who profoundly believed in Kenya, highlighting his enduring commitment despite personal challenges.
- President Ruto dedicated the 2025 Mashujaa Day celebrations to Odinga's legacy, describing him as a "towering statesman" and "hero."
- The Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya is reserved for the most distinguished service and is rarely awarded, with past recipients including heads of state.
- The conferment comes just days after Odinga's passing on October 15, 2025, which initiated a national mourning period.
- Visiting Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the Chief Guest, also praised the Mashujaa Day celebrations and paid tribute to Odinga's contributions to Kenya's democracy.
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President Ruto Honors Raila Odinga and Announces Dam Project at Mashujaa Day Celebrations - October 2025
The 2025 Mashujaa Day celebrations were held at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye as the chief guest. During the event, President William Ruto dedicated the celebrations to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, honoring his legacy as a monumental statesman. President Ruto also posthumously awarded the Order of the Golden Heart (CGH) to Raila Odinga for his significant service and contributions to Kenya's national unity. In a major policy announcement at the celebration, the President stated the government plans to construct at least 50 mega dams to irrigate 2 million acres for a food-secure nation.
