Beyond the grave: Why Raila refuses to leave the stage even in death
President William Ruto’s speech, crafted to celebrate heroes past and present, repeatedly circled back to the doyen of Kenyan politics — Raila Odinga...
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Even after his reported death, Raila Amolo Odinga's political influence continues to dominate Kenya's political landscape. His presence was notably felt during the 62nd Mashujaa Day celebrations at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County.
- The event where Odinga's influence was felt was Mashujaa Day on October 20, 2025.
- Key attendees included President William Ruto and Senegal’s President Basirou Diomaye Faye.
- The celebration took place at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County.
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Kalonzo Musyoka and Opposition Leaders Skip Mashujaa Day Ceremony in Kitui - October 2025
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and other opposition leaders were notably absent from the Mashujaa Day celebrations held on October 20, 2025, in Kitui, an event attended by President William Ruto. The celebration was held in Musyoka's home turf of Kitui at Ithookwe Stadium. Instead of attending, Musyoka opted to pay tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Even after his reported death, Raila Amolo Odinga's political influence and presence were said to have been notably felt during the 62nd Mashujaa Day celebrations.
