The family of the late Raila Odinga issued a heartfelt thank you to Kenyans and global leaders on what would have been his 81st birthday, January 7, 2026. The message expressed gratitude for the support received during the mourning and burial of the veteran opposition leader.

• The family acknowledged the support received following Raila Odinga's passing, describing the day as both reflective and painful.
• Specific thanks were extended to President William Ruto, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, Chief Justice Martha Koome, and the entire Kenyan government.
• Special appreciation was given to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian government for facilitating the swift repatriation of Odinga’s body with full military honors.
• Condolences and presence were noted from former presidents Uhuru Kenyatta, Olusegun Obasanjo, Nana Akufo-Addo, and Jakaya Kikwete.
• The family also thanked the Kenya Defence Forces, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, and medical teams in India and Kenya.