President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with the government and people of the Republic of Kenya over the passing of former Prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga.
The president, according to a release issued on Wednesday by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, extolled Odinga as a towering figure in African politics, whose lifelong commitment to democracy, justice and national unity left an indelible mark on Kenya and across Africa.
President Tinubu said the former prime minister’s courage in the face of adversity, his resilience in pursuing electoral reforms, and his unwavering belief in the people’s power will remain sources of inspiration for generations to come.
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He also stated that as a statesman of international repute and a freedom fighter, Odinga embodied the spirit of Pan-Africanism and was a steadfast advocate of inclusive governance and regional cooperation.
“His legacy will endure in the institutions he helped to shape and the democratic ideals he championed. We mourn with Kenya in this moment of national grief and stand in solidarity with you, President William Ruto, as you lead your nation through this painful chapter.
“May the memory of Raila Odinga continue to guide Kenya towards peace, unity, and progress,” the president further stated.
