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January 7, 2026
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Celebrities & Politicians Celebrate The First Posthumous Birthday Of Raila Odinga
Today, January 7, 2026, marks what would have been the 81st birthday of the late Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga. For the first time in over five decades, the day is devoid of the usual political rallies and vibrant celebrations that characterized “Baba’s” life. Instead, the na..
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On January 7, 2026, Kenya marked the first posthumous 81st birthday of the late Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, three months after his passing on October 15, 2025. Celebrations were quiet and reflective, in contrast to previous years, with his family issuing a statement of gratitude.
- The Odinga family, including Raila Odinga Junior, publicly thanked those who offered solidarity during their bereavement.
- A public commemorative event, ‘The Coastal Salute’, led by Mining and Blue Economy CS Hassan Joho, took place in Mombasa.
- The hashtag #BabaAt81 trended on social media, honoring Odinga's legacy in Kenya’s struggle for democracy.
- The family also recognized the medical teams from Nairobi Hospital and India, including Dr. David Oluoch-Olunya and Dr. Martin Wanyoike, for their care.
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