A memorial service was held for Fidel Odinga, the eldest son of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, a year after his passing at his Karen home.
Attendees included Raila Odinga, his wife Ida, Fidel's Eritrean wife Lwam, and other relatives such as his brothers and sisters.
Fidel's son, Allay, was also present, appearing relaxed and in a jovial mood despite the occasion.
A Letter from the Odinga Family ¶
The Odinga family released a statement remembering Fidel, saying,
One year has now gone by. You are sadly missed but fondly remembered by your parents, Rt. Hon Raila Odinga and Dr. Ida Odinga, your wife Lwam and your darling son Allay, your siblings Rosemary, Raila Jr, Yvonne and Winnie, your nieces Saphie and Senayi, uncles, aunties, cousins and all your relatives and friends.
The family also thanked those who supported them during their time of grief and invited all to a memorial service for Fidel and the 22nd anniversary of Mzee Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.
In their statement, the family said,
We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you unconditionally, in death we do the same.
signed by
Rt. Hon Raila Odinga and Dr. Ida Odinga.
