Heavy military presence has been established at the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s rural home in Kang’o ka Jaramogi, Siaya County, as the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officially take charge of his final resting place.The KDF, which is overseeing the national funeral arrangements, has sealed off the mausoleum where
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Obama Honours Raila As a Symbol of Courage and Democracy
Former U.S. President Barack Obama has joined the world in mourning Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, describing him as a steadfast defender of democracy and a man who dedicated his entire life to the fight for justice and freedom.In a moving statement, Obama remembered Raila as a “child
Kalonzo Pays Emotional Tribute to Raila at London Summit
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka delivered a moving tribute to the late Raila Odinga during the Tenth Anniversary of the London Political Summit and Awards Ceremony held at the House of Commons.The emotional speech came just hours after news broke that the former Prime Minister had passed away in India,
Africa Mourns Raila Odinga
Africa is mourning the death of Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, whose influence and ideals extended far beyond his country’s borders. Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio is among the leaders who have paid glowing tribute to the late statesman, describing his passing as a loss to the
Kindiki Backs Raila-Ruto Alliance, Dismisses Opposition Ahead of 2027 Polls
Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has said the opposition stands no realistic chance against the emerging alliance between President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga in the 2027 General Election.Speaking in Siaya County on Monday, October 13, 2025, during a boda boda empowerment programme, Prof. Kindiki said the opposition
SK Macharia Dismisses Raila Health Rumours, Says ODM Leader Is Fine
Royal Media Services Chairman Samuel Kamau Macharia, popularly referred as SK Macharia, has dismissed growing speculation about Raila Odinga’s health, assuring Kenyans that the ODM supremo is in good condition and recovering well in India.Speaking in Siaya County on Monday, October 13, 2025, during a boda boda empowerment drive attended
Elachi Hails ODM’s Discipline, Says Raila Has Kept it United
Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi has lauded the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) for nurturing a culture of loyalty, unity, and discipline anchored in the leadership of Raila Odinga.Speaking during a televised political discussion on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, Elachi said ODM’s strength has always been its collective trust in Raila’s
Madowo Remains Unapologetic, Asks Leaders to Respect Citizens
Journalist Larry Madowo has dismissed suggestions that he is fueling his standoff with Kibra MP Peter Orero, insisting that the issue is bigger than a personal clash.In a post shared on his X account on Sunday, October 12, 2025, Madowo shifted the conversation from personal differences to a national debate
MP Slams Larry Madowo, Cites Jesus on His Defence
Kibra Member of Parliament has defended himself following an online uproar triggered by a video shared by CNN journalist Larry Madowo, which appeared to show the lawmaker’s vehicle driving on the wrong side of the road.The video, posted on social media by Madowo, quickly went viral, drawing mixed reactions from
Gachagua, Matiang’i Rift Spells Doom For Opposition Unity
What was once seen as a formidable alliance to challenge incumbent President William Ruto in the 2027 elections is now showing cracks, as simmering tensions between Rigathi Gachagua and Fred Matiang’i spill into the open.The two former power brokers — Gachagua, once Ruto’s deputy, and Matiang’i, the former Interior minister