A Nation Stops to Mourn - The Body of Raila Odinga Arrives Home.(Raila Odinga Repatriation)

A Nation Stops to Mourn - The Body of Raila Odinga Arrives Home.(Raila Odinga Repatriation)

​Watch the full, emotional journey as Kenya's "Father of Democracy" and former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, returns home for his final rites. This video documents the historic and dramatic events of the body's arrival and outlines the State Funeral program leading up to his final resting place.
​🗓️ What Happened on Arrival Day (Thursday, Oct 16th, 2025):
​Tarmac Salute: The chartered flight, arriving from India, was received with a solemn Water Cannon Salute and Full Military Honours at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
​The Emotional Reception: President William Ruto, the Odinga family (including his daughter, Winnie Odinga), and top dignitaries received the flag-draped casket.
​Crowds & Chaos: An unprecedented outpouring of emotion led to thousands of mourners overwhelming security, demanding to view the body. Crowds walked for miles alongside the motorcade, waving twigs, as tensions escalated into tragic clashes involving police, tear gas, and live bullets outside the planned viewing area, Kasarani Stadium.
​Lying in State: Later, the body was taken to the Parliament Buildings for public viewing.
​➡️ The Final Journey: Events Leading to Burial:
​Experience the final three days of Kenya's solemn farewell, an event scheduled to honor Raila's personal wish for burial within 72 hours of his passing.
​TODAY: Friday, October 17th (Public Holiday):
​State Funeral Service: A massive State Funeral ceremony is scheduled at Nyayo National Stadium, expected to draw world leaders and thousands of citizens.
​Saturday, October 18th:
​Kisumu Viewing: The body will be flown to Western Kenya for a final public viewing at Moi Stadium, Kisumu City, before proceeding by road to his rural home.
​Sunday, October 19th:
​Final Burial: The former Prime Minister will be laid to rest at his ancestral home in Bondo, Siaya County, in a ceremony combining State protocol and family traditions.
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