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January 29, 2026
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Oketch Salah: From unknown to omnipresent - Just who is this 'Raila's adopted son'?

Oketch Salah: From unknown to omnipresent - Just who is this 'Raila's adopted son'?

Oketch Salah: From unknown to omnipresent - Just who is this 'Raila's adopted son'?..

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Following the death of Raila Odinga, a previously unknown figure named Oketch Salah rapidly rose to prominence, portraying himself as Raila's adopted son and claiming to have been with him until his final moments.

  • Oketch Salah appeared omnipresent on social media and at political events after Raila Odinga's passing.
  • He publicly introduced himself at a rally, claiming to be from Migori, and donated Ksh. 1 million to mourners.
  • Salah has made authoritative declarations, including sharing alleged deathbed musings from Baba regarding figures like Sifuna.
  • Despite his claims, Raila's children, Winnie Odinga and Raila Junior, have cast doubt on his authenticity, with Winnie stating, "nobody really knows him."
  • Salah continues to meet prominent personalities, including President Said Abdullahi Deni of Puntland and Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, seemingly acting as a diplomat.

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