- Raila Odinga and Oburu Oginga had built long-lasting careers in politics, following in their father, Jaramogi Oginga’s footsteps
- The former prime minister’s death has shed light on their family, with many looking at how they will pull together to give him a dignified send-off
- Their stepmother, Betty Oginga, stunned netizens after a video emerged of her holding Oburu after visiting the grave site where Raila will be buried
Raila Odinga’s father, Jaramogi Oginga’s remaining widow, has delighted netizens after a video of her, accompanying the former prime minister’s brother emerged.
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Raila died in India on October 15, moments after collapsing while on his morning walk in the company of his daughter, Winnie Odinga.
He had travelled in India, where he was seeking treatment, before the tragedy happened, sending Kenyans into mourning.
Who is Raila Odinga’s stepmother?
Betty Oginga and Oburu were captured walking hand in hand moments after the Siaya senator led elders in breaking ground for Raila’s grave site.
In the video that is now doing rounds online, Betty was in a blue dress as she jovially held her step-son, Oburu’s arms.
She could be seen engaging Oburu as she asked him questions about the things he had already done while pointing out the people who were walking in front of them.
Watch the video below:
Here are some of the comments from social media:
@Fridashla said:
“Wote wawili wanatembea kama Raila. Looks like walking style ni ya familia.”
@De Conquer said:
“We do not mourn, we celebrate the legends. Rest easy Papa Tinga.”
@VincentMindah said:
“Indeed home is always the best. It brings happiness.”
@Braxtone said:
“Nimependa hii familia, kitu moja ni ati wanapendana wote.”
@Mia K said:
“I am so happy to see our mother Betty, may God continue adding you more life.”
@Zemene said:
“Baba was loved, may he continue resting in peace.”
@Hannah said:
“Mama bado ni mrembo. The most touching part is the attachment and love in an extended family. Vey cool.”
What you need to know about Raila’s death
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What did Oburu say about Raila’s burial?
Oburu, while talking to elders in Bondo, narrated how the public took over Baba’s procession from the airport and led it to Kasarani Stadium.
He, however, cautioned the public to let Raila be given a decent send-off and not put his body in a position where it will not be teargassed again.
The Siaya senator also revealed that the burial will be a private ceremony and only a few people will be allowed at the gravesite.
His sentiments sparked mixed reactions, with many asking why they were limiting the leader’s service, yet he had many followers who were loyal to him.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
