Ida Odinga apologizes for disruptions at Raila Odinga memorial

Ida Odinga has issued an apology to guests who were subjected to booing, shouting, and intimidation during the first anniversary memorial of her husband, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The commemoration took place at the Migwena Cultural Grounds in Bondo, Siaya County.

In a statement, Ida Odinga expressed deep disappointment regarding the conduct of certain attendees and members of the political class. She addressed reports that individuals may have been paid and transported to the event specifically to heckle and disrupt invited guests. She emphasized that the invitations extended to leaders across various political affiliations were intended to reflect the former Prime Minister’s longstanding relationships and fellowship.

Ida Odinga called on political leaders to exercise restraint and uphold order, urging them not to turn her husband’s resting place into a battleground for political rivalries. She maintained that the family’s grief should not be exploited to settle political scores and stressed that all guests deserved to be treated with courtesy and respect.