Friday, October 17, 2025 - A moment of unexpected humor lit up Raila Odinga’s State Funeral at Nyayo National Stadiumon Friday, October 17th, when Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga candidly explained why he married a younger second wife.
Addressing thousands of mourners, Oburu, who is Raila’s
elder brother, introduced both his wives publicly for the first time, saying
the decision was made to maintain peace in his household.
“She is the one who took me from boyhood. She has been and
is still nice to me,” Oburu said, referring to his first wife.
“At my age, I don’t want her to scratch me, to massage me,
so I brought her helper, Judith Oburu,” he added, sparking loud laughter and
cheers across the stadium.
The lighthearted moment came amid an otherwise emotional
ceremony attended by local and international dignitaries, religious leaders and
members of the Odinga family.
Oburu’s remarks were received warmly, offering a brief
reprieve from the solemn tributes.
Turning serious, Oburu paid homage to his late brother,
describing Raila as “my brother, my friend, my confidant and adviser.”
He also thanked the ODM Party for appointing him acting
party leader following Raila’s passing, calling it an honor to lead the largest
political party in East and Central Africa.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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