Thousands of mourners gathered at Nyayo Stadium in anticipation of Raila's Funeral Service.



Thousands of individuals filled Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Friday morning as arrangements commenced for the state funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. From the break of dawn, lines formed outside the entrance as security personnel screened attendees prior to granting them access to the stadium, where the state funeral service is scheduled to occur. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that a State Funeral Service will take place on Friday at Nyayo National Stadium, starting at 9:00 a.m., with all guests required to be seated by 8:00 a.m. “This will be a two-hour State event featuring full military honors, a sermon from the Anglican Church of Kenya, a eulogy delivered by the family, and messages of condolence from Kenya’s leadership as well as visiting heads of state and government,” Kindiki stated. Many attendees carried national flags, portraits of the deceased leader, and donned T-shirts emblazoned with his image and campaign slogans from various political eras. Police and military personnel ensured stringent security both within and surrounding the stadium to prevent any disorder similar to that experienced during the body viewing at the Moi International Stadium in Kasarani. High-ranking government officials, members of Parliament, foreign dignitaries, and representatives from across Africa are anticipated to be present at the state funeral service. Kindiki confirmed that the government had received assurances of attendance from a considerable number of foreign delegations and heads of state from East Africa, Africa, and other regions, while many others had sent formal messages of condolence. Following the State Funeral Service, the public viewing of Raila Odinga’s remains will resume around 12:00 noon, extending as long as necessary to accommodate the maximum number of mourners wishing to pay their final respects.


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