President Ruto dedicates Mashujaa Day celebrations to Raila
Speaking during the comemoration of the day at the Ithooke Stadium in Kitui, the head of state recalled Odinga's desire for a united nation. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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President William Ruto has dedicated the 2025 Mashujaa Day celebrations to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, honoring his legacy as a monumental statesman. The announcement was made during the Mashujaa Day commemoration at Ithooke Stadium in Kitui, where President Ruto led a moment of silence for Odinga, emphasizing his commitment to a united and stable nation.
- President Ruto anchored the 2025 Mashujaa Day celebrations in honor of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
- Visiting Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye praised the celebrations, highlighting their role in honoring heroes and inspiring patriotism.
- Mozambique Prime Minister Maria Benvinda Levy urged Kenyans to use the day for self-reflection and also paid tribute to Odinga as an "African icon."
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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.
