Kenyan Forces Fire on Mourners, Several Dead After Opposition Leader's Death

Unrest Following Odinga's Death

• 💔 Opposition leader Raila Odinga died on Wednesday at the age of 80 while receiving medical treatment in India.
• ✈️ His body's arrival at Nairobi's International Airport on Thursday triggered chaos as mourners surged onto the runway, leading to a two-hour suspension of airport operations.

Violence at Public Viewing Events

• 🏟️ Thousands gathered at a stadium to view Odinga's body, but security forces fired shots to disperse the crowds.
• ⚠️ At least four people were reported shot dead by security forces who also lobbed tear gas.
• 🏛️ Crowds also attempted to breach Parliament, where the public viewing was originally scheduled.

Odinga's Political Career

• 📈 Odinga was a prominent political figure for decades, serving as prime minister in 2008.
• 🤝 He had a career marked by shifting alliances, including a political pact with President William Ruto last year.