Former President Uhuru Kenyatta made a quiet visit to the late Raila Odinga’s home in Bondo, Siaya County, just a day after the burial of the longtime opposition leader. The visit, which was unannounced, caught the attention of locals who watched as Uhuru arrived under tight security to pay his final respects.
According to witnesses, Uhuru spent a few solemn moments at Raila’s graveside, where he laid flowers and bowed his head in silence. Dressed in a simple shirt and cap, the former Head of State appeared deeply emotional, reflecting on the life and legacy of his longtime political ally and friend.
Sources close to the Odinga family revealed that Uhuru held a brief private meeting with Raila’s widow, Mama Ida Odinga, and other family members, where he offered words of comfort and solidarity. He praised Raila for his unwavering dedication to democracy, national unity, and justice — values that, he said, had shaped Kenya’s political landscape for decades.
“Raila was more than a political leader; he was a patriot who believed in Kenya’s potential and never gave up on the dream of a united nation,” Uhuru reportedly told the family.
Uhuru’s visit came just hours after thousands of mourners gathered in Bondo for Raila’s emotional burial, where leaders from across the political divide paid tribute to his legacy. His gesture was widely interpreted as a sign of deep personal respect, transcending political differences and reminding Kenyans of the friendship that once defined Kenya’s “handshake era.”
The images of Uhuru standing quietly by Raila’s grave have since gone viral, with many Kenyans praising him for the humility and sincerity of his visit. The moment marked a powerful symbol of brotherhood and unity — a final salute from one statesman to another.
