Live blog: Kwaheri Baba, Raila Odinga's final bow
President William Ruto will lead Kenyans, Raila's family and dignitaries for the ceremony, which will take place, starting with an interment service at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University
Kenyans on Sunday bid farewell to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who will be laid to rest at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi, Bondo, Siaya County.
President William Ruto will lead Kenyans, Raila's family and dignitaries for the ceremony, which will take place, starting with an interment service at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds, followed by committal, final prayers, and military honours at the gravesite at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi.
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The Interment Service will be led by The Rt. Prof. David Kodia, Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Bondo.
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Mama Ida Odinga cherishes the time she spent with the late former Prime Minister during their 52-year marriage.
"If I had a chance to marry him, I would marry him again. I would be happy to do it, but this time I'd marry him knowing I'm marrying a politician, not just an engineer."
"We learned one thing: that we must talk straight, forgive one another, and move on. I know most of the time you used to say Raila was more into public and political life than family life, but every time we came together, he remembered each of us."
Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga shares his personal tribute about Raila from their childhood, saying the former Prime Minister was a caring and principled boy.
He also describes Raila as a fearless defender of justice. From their childhood memories to Raila’s imprisonment, Oburu painted a picture of courage, compassion, and resilience.
"My best friend is gone, Goodbye, my best friend, Goodbye my confidant, Goodbye my advisor."
Oburu discloses that President William Ruto played a crucial role in organising medical treatment abroad for Raila, standing closely with the family during his illness and after his passing.
“I want to thank the President, who has stood with us since the time I told him Raila was sick. We sat down, and he is the one who organised the transport that flew Raila to India for treatment.”
Senior government officials and other dignitaries follow proceedings at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
Senior members of the Kenya Defence Forces, led by Chief of the Defence Forces of Kenya Charles Kahariri at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
The casket bearing the remains of Raila Odinga at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
A military officer stands guard next to the catafalque at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
President William Ruto, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, former Nigerian President Oluṣẹgun Ọbasanjọ, along with Raila Odinga's family members and other dignitaries and government officials, at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
Winnie Odinga and Fidel Odinga during the state burial service at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
President William Ruto and Mama Ida Odinga during the state burial service at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
President William Ruto follows proceedings during the state burial service at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
Mama Ida Odinga and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga follow proceedings during the state burial service at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
Emily Oginga, the sister of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, reads the eulogy.
President William Ruto is joined by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, former Nigerian President Oluṣẹgun Ọbasanjọ, along with other dignitaries and government officials.
The state burial service for Raila begins with a sermon from the Bishop Emeritus. Joseph Otieno Wasonga of the Anglican Church of Kenya.
President William Ruto arrives at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
He is accompanied by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, former Nigerian President Oluṣẹgun Ọbasanjọ and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga.
The family of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, led by Mama Ida Odinga, arrives at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
The Interment Service will be led by the Rt. Prof. David Kodia, Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Bondo.
Raila's casket is escorted by the military to the catafalque amid wails by thousands of mourners at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
The hearse bearing the remains of Raila leaves the Opoda Farm for the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds.
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen acknowledges the cooperation between the security sector and Kenyans, which he says has been crucial for the success of the State Funeral of Raila from Thursday to Sunday.
"Despite the challenges, our security agencies worked seamlessly under difficult conditions. The cooperation between the military, police, and citizens ensured a smooth and dignified farewell to a great leader."
Heavy security personnel are present at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) grounds to ensure order ahead of the state burial ceremony for the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
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