Wednesday, October 15, 2025 - Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has joined the nation in mourning the death of Raila Odinga.
In a heartfelt tribute on X, Uhuru described the late ODM
leader as a “towering statesman” and a deeply personal friend and reflected on
their complex political journey, marked by rivalry, reconciliation and unity.
“My heart is heavy, and my spirit is burdened with a grief
that is both profound and deeply personal,” Uhuru said.
“The news of Raila’s passing has left a silence that echoes
across our nation - a silence where once
there was a voice of thunder and conviction.”
He acknowledged Raila’s influence on his own political path,
recalling their years as fierce opponents and the transformation that followed
the 2018 “handshake.”
“We became political opponents, and often, the weight of
that competition felt immense.”
“But in recent years, a different bond was forged - one of
respect and shared patriotism.”
Uhuru praised Raila’s unwavering commitment to justice and
national unity, calling him “an invaluable ally” and “a true son of Kenya.”
He extended heartfelt condolences to Mama Ida and the Odinga
family, saying, “We have lost a father to the nation and a steadfast champion
for the people.”
Raila Odinga died on Wednesday morning at the age of 80
after suffering a cardiac arrest at an Ayurvedic facility in Kerala, India.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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