Thousands gather for state funeral of former Kenyan Prime Minister Odinga
Summary
Thousands of people gathered in Nairobi, Kenya, for the state funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Security measures were tight to prevent unrest, as three people died during a previous event when the crowd became difficult to manage. Odinga passed away at 80 while receiving treatment in India, and many regional leaders attended his funeral.Key Facts
- Raila Odinga, former Prime Minister of Kenya, died in India at the age of 80.
- Thousands attended his state funeral at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi.
- The presidents of Somalia and Ethiopia were among leaders present at the funeral.
- Security was increased around the stadium due to previous unrest when Odinga's body arrived in Kenya.
- Three people died during the unrest when police used gunfire and tear gas to control the crowd.
- Odinga's body will be transported to Kisumu, his political base, and buried in Bondo.
- A seven-day mourning period has been declared in Kenya.
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