Mudavadi leads Western Kenya delegation to condole with Raila’s family

Mudavadi said the country feels the void of the late Odinga’s resolute leadership, yet his legacy, grounded in dignity, diligence, candour, and courage, will continue to guide and inspire generations striving for a just, united, and prosperous Kenya.

The PCS expressed his condolences terming the loss as a big blow to Mama Ida and the entire Odinga family.

“Mine was just to come again and tell the family that we continue to miss and grieve the loss of a statesman and a mentor to many. I wish to affirm our solidarity with the family as the leadership from Western Kenya and pray that God’s grace can visit the entire family so that the blessings of his hands can manifest as we go into the future,” he stated.

“I deeply miss our warm exchanges, “Mwana wa Hannah” and “Woud Mary,” moments that strengthened our friendship beyond politics, and reminded us of the bonds of family, faith, and our shared hopes for Kenya’s future.” added Mudavadi.

Mudavadi was leading a delegation of dignitaries and Western Kenya politicians in paying their respects to the former Prime Minister at Kang’o ka Jaramogi home in Bondo, Siaya County.

Mudavadi commended the leaders for turning up in numbers to mourn and pay tribute to the late Odinga.

The Prime CS paid special gratitude to retired Ghana President Nana Akuffo-Addo who was among the dignitaries present at the Kang’o ka Jaramogi home, thanking him for coming all the way from Ghana to honour his friend and condole with the family.

“Thank you for coming. This was your true friend, and you came all the way from Ghana to be with us and the family of Raila. It is an honour not just to us but to the people of Kenya,” he stated.

Addo was among the first dignitaries to condole with Kenyans when Raila passed on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

The Ghanaian recounted the many personal moments he shared with Raila, expressing shock at the news of his demise.

The delegation later visited Mama Ida Odinga at their Opoda farm where they also joined the people of Bondo in celebrating the legacy of “Baba”.

Among those present were the Speaker of National Assembly Moses Wetangula, Retired Attorney General Amos Wako, COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli, former Cabinet Minister Noah Wekesa, Governors James Orengo (Siaya), Fernandes Barasa (Kakamega) and Paul Otuoma (Busia).

Others were Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa (Environment), Principal Secretaries Beatrice Inyangala (State Department for Higher Education), the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary, Joseph Busiega and a host of Members of Parliament, Members of County Assemblies and other national and local leaders.