Nigerian President mourns ex-PM Raila Odinga, extends condolences to Kenyans

*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extends condolences to the government and people of Kenya over the passing of Raila Amolo Odinga, the country’s former Prime Minister

Alexander Davis | ConsumerConnect

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed condolences to the government and people of the Republic of Kenya over the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga.

President Tinubu eulogised late 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.

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The Nigerian leader also said the Kenyan 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 would remain sources of inspiration for generations to come.

According to President Tinubu, as a statesman of international repute and freedom fighter, Odinga embodied the spirit of Pan-Africanism and was a steadfast advocate for inclusive governance and regional cooperation.

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Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a statement Wednesday, October 15, 2025, noted Tinubu also said: “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.”

The President stated: “May the memory of Raila Odinga continue to guide Kenya towards peace, unity, and progress.”

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