Nairobi Residents Name Estate Road After Raila
The residents hailed the move as a way to honour the fallen former Prime Minister, who once served as Minister for Roads...
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Residents of Njiru in Kasarani constituency, Nairobi, have named an estate road "Raila Odinga Road" in honor of the late former Prime Minister. This act, led by the Kamatuto residents' chairperson and boda boda drivers, aims to acknowledge his contributions, particularly as former Roads Minister.
- The newly named Raila Odinga Road is a three-kilometre stretch connecting Kangundo Road through Kamatuto Estate to Mwiki.
- Residents are urging Governor Johnson Sakaja and MP Ronald Karauri to renovate the poorly maintained road to boost the local economy.
- This follows a previous renaming in late 2021 by the Nairobi County government, which changed Mbagathi Way to Raila Odinga Way, a 6-kilometre dual carriageway.
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ODM Announces Memorials and Future Plans Following Raila Odinga's Death - October 2025
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) announced a series of memorial services across Kenya to honor its late party leader, Raila Odinga, who passed away on October 15. The party has pledged to uphold his values and ideals, focusing on unity and democratic principles during its transition. ODM has also demanded Ksh12.6 billion from the National Treasury for outstanding disbursements from the Political Parties Fund to support its operations. Regarding the future, ODM Deputy Party Leader Abdulswamad Nassir indicated that Gladys Wanga could be a running mate for President Ruto in 2027 if the party organs approve. In a separate tribute, residents of Njiru in Kasarani constituency named an estate road "Raila Odinga Road" in his honor.
