🔗 Share this article Tragedy Hits as 4 Die During Mourning for Kenyan Political Figure Raila Odinga Four people were killed in the capital city when law enforcement opened fire and employed chemical irritants to scatter huge gatherings at a stadium where opposition leader Raila Odinga's remains was displayed for homage. Political Figure Honored The statesman, who remained a significant presence in Kenyan politics for many years, died on that day at age 80 while undergoing healthcare in India. He struggled relentlessly for political pluralism, and we experience those freedoms today because of his efforts. Turmoil Unfolds at Arena Countless supporters assembled on the streets from sunrise, with chaos breaking out when a large crowd broke through a barrier at the city's central arena, prompting soldiers to shoot skyward. Two individuals perished from bullets at the venue Death toll subsequently increased to 4 Many people were hurt Law enforcement deployed chemical agents to disperse numerous attendees Airport Event and Parliament Confrontation During the morning, thousands of supporters momentarily entered the city's air terminal, halting a ceremony where the head of state and dignitaries were receiving Odinga's body with armed forces tribute. This event caused a two-hour suspension of aviation services. Assemblies also flooded adjacent streets and attempted to breach parliament, where the government had originally scheduled the open visitation. Political Legacy and Community Support Though mainly known as an government critic, Odinga served as head of government in 2008 and also established a agreement with the leader last year in a political journey characterized by shifting alliances. He generated intense commitment among supporters, notably in his ethnic group based in western Kenya, many of whom contend he was prevented from obtaining the highest office by election irregularities. Many of Odinga's followers, who were not yet born in 1991 when Kenya transitioned to a pluralistic political system, offered homage to Odinga's contributions as an campaigner.