Raila’s body arrives at Opoda Farm for vigil ahead of burial news There was a heavy security presence as the body was received by Mama Ida and family members The process that was largely peaceful concluded by around 3 pm where his body was airlifted to Bondo for a night vigil at his home. Raila's body arrived at the Opoda farm in Bondo, Siaya County, at 4.16 pm from Kisumu County for a night vigil ahead of burial on Sunday. Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s body arrived at his
Opoda Farm residence for a night vigil ahead of burial on Sunday. There was a heavy security presence at the homestead as the body was received by Mama Ida and family members. On Saturday morning, Raila’s body was airlifted to Kisumu to
allow mourners to view his body at Mamboleo. Thousands of residents came out to pay their last respects
to the former Prime Minister. Crowds had gathered as early as dawn, waving flags, twigs, carrying portraits and chanting dirges.
Published: October 18, 2025 6:05 pm
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