đź”— Share this article Tragedy Strikes as 4 Lose Lives During Memorial for Kenya's Opposition Leader Raila Odinga Four people were killed in Nairobi when law enforcement opened fire and employed chemical irritants to scatter huge gatherings at a sports arena where statesman Raila Odinga's body was on public view. National Leader Honored The politician, who was a prominent player in the country's governance for many years, died on that day at age 80 while in hospital care in the subcontinent. He campaigned vigorously for political pluralism, and we are enjoying those rights today because of his struggle. Chaos Erupts at Arena Thousands devotees assembled on thoroughfares from dawn, with mayhem erupting when a large crowd forced open a entrance at Nairobi's main stadium, causing armed forces to fire in the air. Two individuals were shot dead at the venue Casualties eventually reached to 4 Many individuals were hurt Police used teargas to disperse numerous attendees Aviation Hub Disruption and Government Building Situation Earlier in the day, countless of grievers briefly stormed Nairobi's international airport, disrupting a formal proceeding where the head of state and other officials were accepting Odinga's remains with armed forces tribute. This incident prompted a two-hour suspension of aviation services. Crowds also flooded surrounding thoroughfares and sought to penetrate the government complex, where the authorities had initially planned the public viewing. Political Legacy and Community Support Although primarily recognized as an opposition figure, Odinga served as head of government in 2008 and also struck a agreement with the president last year in a political journey marked by evolving coalitions. He inspired intense commitment among supporters, especially in his ethnic group based in the nation's western region, many of whom believe he was denied the presidency by electoral fraud. Numerous of Odinga's followers, who were not living in 1991 when Kenya established itself as a multi-faction governance, offered homage to Odinga's efforts as an campaigner.