Ex-Kenyan leader Raila Odinga buried after days of memorial events
Summary
Raila Odinga, a former Kenyan prime minister and long-time opposition leader, was buried in western Kenya following a series of memorial events. Thousands, including notable figures and Kenyan President William Ruto, attended the funeral. His burial followed multiple memorial services, one of which resulted in at least five deaths and many injuries.Key Facts
- Raila Odinga, former prime minister of Kenya, passed away at 80 in an Indian hospital.
- He was buried after several memorial events that drew large crowds and some chaotic incidents.
- Odinga served as prime minister following the contested 2007 election and was a key opposition figure.
- He ran for president five times but never won.
- Odinga had a strong following in western Kenya and was celebrated for his dedication to democracy.
- At least three people died when police attempted to control the crowds at one of the memorial events.
- Prominent attendees included Kenyan President William Ruto and supporters who held Kenyan flags and Odinga's pictures.
- Former US President Barack Obama praised Odinga as a "true champion of democracy."
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