Mama Ida: Let us honour Raila Odinga’s legacy in peace

The widow of the late Raila Odinga, Mama Ida Odinga, has called on Kenyans to embrace peace and unity as the nation mourns her husband. Speaking at the State Funeral service held at Nyayo National Stadium on Friday, Ida urged the public to honour Raila’s legacy by keeping calm and ensuring harmony during and after the mourning period.

Addressing thousands of mourners, she reminded the nation that Raila dedicated his life to justice and democracy with the goal of building a peaceful Kenya.

“One thing that I know Raila stood for, and kept on repeating, is that we need peace in our nation,” she said. “We need peace in our homes, and peace will not survive in a chaotic situation. For that reason, I appeal to all of you — let us mourn in peace.”