US EditionChaos as security forces fire on mourners for Kenyan politician Odinga
Thousands gathered at Nairobi's Moi International Sports Centre for public viewing amid tight security and a seven-day national mourning period declared by President William Ruto.
- The body of Raila Odinga, Kenya's former Prime Minister, arrived in Nairobi, met by a large, emotional crowd, marking a national period of mourning for him.
- Thousands gathered, waving flags and chanting, as the hearse was accompanied by motorcycle taxis, illustrating Odinga's connection with the people.
- Raila Odinga died at 80 in India from a suspected heart attack, known for advocating multiparty democracy and enduring political struggles.
- President William Ruto declared a seven-day mourning period, calling Odinga's death an "immense and immeasurable loss.
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Kenyan Police Fire on Mourners at Raila Odinga Memorial
At least two people were killed on Thursday after Kenyan security forces lobbed tear gas and opened fire on a large crowd of mourners gathered to view the body of Raila Odinga, the country’s former prime minister who died this week, local police said. Footage captured at the stadium in Nairobi where the memorial was being held showed people running from plumes of gas, as shrieks reverberated in the arena. Thousands had gathered there to mourn Mr…
Security forces tried with tear gas and gunshots to dissolve a large crowd in front of a stadium.
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Three reported dead as Kenyan forces fire on mourners for politician Odinga
Three people were killed at a stadium in Nairobi as security forces opened fire to disperse mourners gathered to view the body of revered opposition leader Raila Odinga on Thursday, a rights group said.
Chilling video: Four killed as Kenyan forces open fire to disperse crowd at ex-PM Raila Odinga’s funeral
Kenyan security forces fired shots and teargas to disperse huge crowds at a stadium where the body of ex-PM Raila Odinga was lying in state. In the 33-second video, tens of people were seen running amok as several shots were fired at the event.
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