Police open fire at crowds mourning Raila Odinga, killing at least two people
On Thu, Oct 16, 2025, two individuals were reported deceased following an incident involving law enforcement in Nairobi, Kenya. The event occurred during a public gathering to view the body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
On Thu, Oct 16, 2025, two individuals were reported deceased following an incident involving law enforcement in Nairobi, Kenya. The event occurred during a public gathering to view the body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
Mr. Odinga passed away from a heart attack in India on Wed, Oct 15, 2025. His remains were transported back to Kenya on the morning of Thu, Oct 16, 2025.
According to Adamson Bungei, head of police operations, the incident occurred at a soccer stadium in Nairobi with a 60,000-person capacity. The crowd attempted to breach a gate, leading to police deploying live ammunition and teargas. The situation resulted in the confirmed deaths of two individuals, although local media reported potentially higher casualties.
On Thu, Oct 16, 2025, two individuals were reported deceased following an incident involving law enforcement in Nairobi, Kenya.
The police action caused the dispersal of mourners, leading to a stampede and subsequent injuries. The public viewing resumed in the evening following the restoration of order. A public holiday has been declared for Fri, Oct 17, 2025, allowing citizens to attend a state funeral service at another stadium in Nairobi. An additional public viewing is scheduled for Sat, Oct 18, 2025, in Kisumu County, with the state funeral concluding on Sun, Oct 19, 2025, in Mr. Odinga's rural home in Bondo.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
