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October 25, 2025
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Irony of death: Both haters and lovers gathered to mourn Raila

Irony of death: Both haters and lovers gathered to mourn Raila

The late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s death has left many political orphans..

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The passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga saw a gathering of both admirers and critics at his send-off service, as observed by National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed. The service highlighted the widespread impact Odinga had on many lives, with tributes paid under the Bondo sun.

  • The funeral service for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who recently passed away, was attended by a diverse group of people.
  • National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed noted the presence of both supporters and detractors at the send-off.
  • Tributes at the service in Bondo underscored Odinga's significant influence on the lives of many individuals.

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Supporters and Adversaries Gather to Mourn Raila Odinga in Bondo - October 2025

The send-off service for the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga saw both his supporters and adversaries gather to mourn him in Bondo. This observation was noted by National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed. Attendees paid tribute under the scorching sun, remembering Odinga's significant impact on their lives. The funeral service also exposed immediate divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. ODM politicians debated his alleged last wishes concerning support for President William Ruto's re-election. The event highlighted the significant void left by Odinga's death in both ODM and Kenyan politics.

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