President William Ruto has posthumously conferred the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga with the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya (C.G.H.), the highest honour awarded to a Kenyan citizen. The recognition, which represents the pinnacle of national accolades, came just less than a day since
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Kalonzo Marks This Year’s Mashujaa Day in Honour of Raila
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has paid an emotional tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, calling him the true Kenya’s Shujaa.In atatement released on Monday morning, Kalonzo said Raila’s courage and commitment to justice had earned him a place among Kenya’s greatest heroes.“This Mashujaa Day, I
Rev. Edward Limo Dies in US While Watching Raila’s Burial Proceedings From Kenya
Rev. Canon John Edward Limo, a well-known clergyman and a devoted admirer of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, passed away on Sunday in the United States while watching Raila’s burial ceremony live on television. Family sources say Rev. Limo peacefully took his final breath just moments after
Pauline Njoroge Faults Ruto’s Remarks on Dissenting Voices in ODM
Jubilee Party Deputy Organising Secretary Pauline Njoroge has taken issue with President William Ruto’s remarks about the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) during the burial of the late opposition leader Raila Amolo Odinga.In a post on her X account on Sunday, October 19, 2025, Njoroge said she was disappointed by the
Mashujaa Day 2025 Turns Into a Tribute to Raila Odinga
This year’s Mashujaa Day was unlike any other. What is normally a celebration of Kenya’s heroes will turn into a national moment of reflection, as the country paused to honour the late former Prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga.At the newly built Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County, President William Ruto will
Luo Leaders Vow to Uphold Raila’s Legacy Through Ruto Alliance
Senior Luo leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to continue working with President William Ruto’s government, saying it was part of the late Raila Odinga’s final wish for unity and national cooperation.Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the community must honour Raila’s decision to join hands with Ruto through the March
Military Takes Charge as Final Preparations for Raila’s Final Journey Intensify in Siaya
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
Passaris Switches Allegiance to Arsenal in Tribute to Raila Odinga
Nairobi County Woman Representative Esther Passaris has momentarily set aside her loyalty to Chelsea to back Arsenal this weekend — a symbolic gesture in memory of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who was an ardent supporter of the Gunners.Arsenal will face Fulham in a Premier League match at
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
