Raila, the man who held ODM together and its members in line
Raila allowed rival factions in ODM to vent their differences freely while still maintaining his authority...
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party and Kenyan politics are feeling the void left by the late Raila Odinga. At his funeral service in Bondo, ODM politicians debated his final wishes regarding support for President William Ruto's re-election, despite calls for unity.
- ODM politicians disagreed over Raila Odinga's alleged last wish concerning President William Ruto's re-election bid.
- The ODM party and Kenyan politics are experiencing a significant emptiness following Raila Odinga's passing.
- The dispute occurred during Odinga's funeral service held in Bondo.
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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.
