Akufo-Addo visits Raila Odinga’s grave in Kenya
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, and Kenya African National Union (KANU) Chairman, Gideon Moi, have paid a solemn visit to the home of the late Kenyan opposition leader and former Prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga, in Bondo, Siaya County.
The two leaders arrived early Wednesday morning at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi, where they laid wreaths at Raila’s gravesite before proceeding to the family’s Opoda Farm residence to meet his widow, Mama Ida Odinga.
They were received by members of the Odinga family, including Raila Odinga Junior, Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga, and Siaya Governor James Orengo, who welcomed the delegation and briefed them on ongoing mourning arrangements.
Their visit formed part of a series of condolence calls by both local and international dignitaries following Raila’s burial two weeks ago. The late Odinga, who died at the age of 80, was interred at his ancestral home in a private ceremony, in accordance with his wishes for a simple burial.
Speaking during the visit, Gideon Moi paid a heartfelt tribute to the late statesman, describing him as a patriot whose leadership, resilience, and courage helped shape Kenya’s political evolution.
“I remember Mzee Raila with fondness. He respected me and gave me his friendship. I recall our last conversation, which was full of laughter and warmth, and a promise to meet again when he returned — but as they say, man proposes, God disposes,” Moi said, recalling his final exchange with the former Prime Minister.
He added that Raila’s passing had left a void not only in Kenya but across the continent. “Africa has lost a true patriot. I will always honour his memory,” Moi said.
After the ceremony at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi, the visitors joined other mourners at Opoda Farm, where they conveyed their condolences to Mama Ida and the Odinga family. Among those present were Busia Governor Paul Otuoma, Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa, and COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli, who also shared messages of comfort with the family.
Later in the day, Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary, Musalia Mudavadi, arrived in Bondo to pay his respects at Raila’s gravesite. In recent days, the Odinga home has become a centre of national reflection, drawing mourners from across Kenya and beyond, including heads of state, diplomats, and ordinary citizens paying tribute to a man widely regarded as one of Africa’s foremost champions of democracy and reform.
Raila Odinga’s political legacy spans more than four decades, during which he played a central role in Kenya’s struggle for multi-party democracy, constitutional reform, and national unity.
His death has continued to evoke messages of admiration and sorrow from leaders across the continent, who have hailed him as a symbol of resilience and hope for democratic governance in Africa.
