- Former prime minister Raila Odinga’s daughter Winnie travelled to the UAE for the 54th Eid Al Etihad
- Winnie looked dapper in her modest outfit, which she completed with a green scarf that matched her ensemble
- Some Kenyans online noted that Winnie respected the UAE’s modest culture, and that she was following in her father’s footsteps
Late political icon Raila Odinga’s daughter, Winnie, has travelled to the UAE.
Source: Instagram
The EALA MP was invited to the UAE for the celebrations that spanned over 14 days and featured more than 250 activities.
Why was Winnie in the UAE?
The UAE was celebrating the 54th Eid Al Etihad, which marked 54 years since the Emirates formed a nation.
The celebration is meant to showcase the UAE’s rich culture, innovation, development and co-existence.
The former prime minister’s daughter was among the leaders invited to the UAE for the celebrations.
Winnie dressed the part during the celebrations and was seen speaking with various leaders, including Kenya’s AG Dorcas Oduor.
The late politician’s daughter veered away from her tomboy looks, and she observed the dress code.
Her dress code earned her praise on social media, with most noting that she was taking after her late father’s footsteps.
Source: Facebook
Winnie embraced the cultural expectations of the host nation, donning a modest green outfit and headscarf that resonated with the spirit of the occasion.
She wrote:
“I was delighted to join H.E. the Ambassador and the UAE community in honouring 54th Al Etihad. A wonderful evening of warm hospitality and rich culture.”
Netizens react to Winnie’s dressing
Here is what they had to say:
mangekimambikenyha:
“I can’t control my tears sending love Winnie.”
winethebeast:
“Huyu naaye ameraisiwa na standards mavazi the respect the speech yooo.”
dorkydoc_key:
“I like the way you respect culture.”
Abdishakur Othowai:
“When I see this girl, I see Baba. Honestly, I have no doubt this girl will be Kenya’s first female president. 2032 will be a year to watch.”
Merollyne Opiyoh:
“The little girl left in Bondo was a sure bet. Yawa jaberni chal gi babagi nyaka e walking style. I admire your confidence and your personality.”
Josephine Ong’ayo:
“Baba girl keep going….you have what it takes. Jakom did a great job of mentoring you, and he did it well.”
Mugah Beatrice:
“This one was well groomed. Parents, let’s be intentional in the upbringing of children. Keep going Winnie.”
Clement Ogbeh”
“Honourable Winnie Odinga, go girl, you are doing great Baba have paved the way for you and will be happy even in death seeing doing great.”
What were the top Google searches?
In other news, Raila dominated Google searches in 2025.
The uncertainty of Raila’s health in October drove Kenyans to search ‘Where is Raila Odinga?’
One of the most searched songs was Raila’s favourite song, the ‘Jamaican Farewell.’
The names of the late politician’s family, including Oburu Oginga, his daughter Winnie, Rosemary and sister Ruth, appeared among the most searched.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
