National Mourning Archives

Tinubu Declares 3-Day Mourning After Military Crash

Africa

by Chris Omondi - October 6, 2026October 6, 2026

Nigeria's President, Bola Tinubu, has announced three days of national mourning following a tragic military aircraft crash in Ondo State that claimed the lives of 32 individuals.The aircraft was on a routine mission from Benin City to Lagos when it went down near a naval base on Monday morning. A

Kalonzo Mourns Senator Agnes Kavindu’s Son Moses Muthama

by Chris Omondi - February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has delivered a sincere message of condolence to Machakos County Senator Agnes Kavindu in response to the tragic passing of her son, Moses Muthama.In a statement issued on February 5, 2026, Kalonzo expressed profound sorrow over the loss, characterizing it as an unimaginable

Caleb Amisi Mourns Raila and Sister Beryl in Heartfelt Tribute

by Chris Omondi - November 26, 2025November 26, 2025

Caleb Amisi, the Saboti Member of Parliament, has stated that it is difficult to let go of the late Raila Odinga.Caleb shared a photograph on his verified official X handle on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, of the late Raila Odinga with his late sister Beryl Achieng.As Caleb looked at the

Military Takes Charge as Final Preparations for Raila’s Final Journey Intensify in Siaya

by Chris Omondi - October 19, 2025October 19, 2025

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

Raila’s Final Journey Home Begins: Kisumu and Bondo Prepare to Say Adios

by Chris Omondi - October 18, 2025October 18, 2025

A thick silence hangs over Kisumu this morning as the people of Nyanza brace themselves for one of the most emotional moments in Kenya’s history: the homecoming of Raila Amolo Odinga's lifeless body. The military aircraft carrying the body of the former Prime Minister is expected to land at

Ruto’s “Jamaica Farewell” Rendition Moves Mourners at Raila’s Memorial

by Chris Omondi - October 17, 2025October 17, 2025

President William Ruto stirred deep emotions at Nyayo Stadium when he took to the stage and sang the timeless ballad “Jamaica Farewell” in memory of the late Raila Amolo Odinga.The ballad was Raila's most loved song. Anytime baba would sing the song, he'd bask in laughter, painting his whole face,

Raila’s Final Flight Back to Kenya Most Tracked

by Chris Omondi - October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

As dawn broke on Thursday, October 16, 2025, the world’s attention turned to the skies. A Kenya Airways Boeing 737-800 — flight KQ203 — became the most tracked plane on earth. It wasn’t a flight of curiosity or crisis, but of grief and respect. On board was the body of

A Nation in Mourning: Power Flags Lowered as Kenya Pays Tribute to Raila Odinga

by Chris Omondi - October 15, 2025October 16, 2025

In a silent but powerful gesture of respect, the Deputy President’s vehicle was seen without its official flag on Thursday morning, symbolizing a nation united in grief. The removal came just hours after President William Ruto declared seven days of national mourning following the death of former Prime Minister Raila