President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the government and people of Kenya over the death of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga.
In a statement on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described Odinga as a towering figure in African politics whose lifelong commitment to democracy, justice, and national unity left an indelible mark on Kenya and the continent.
He praised Odinga’s courage in the face of adversity, his pursuit of electoral reforms, and his belief in the power of the people, noting that these qualities would continue to inspire future generations.
The President also hailed the late leader as a statesman of international repute and a freedom fighter who embodied the spirit of Pan-Africanism and championed 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 President William Ruto as he leads his nation through this painful chapter,” Tinubu said.
He prayed that the memory of Odinga would continue to guide Kenya towards peace, unity, and progress.
