The National Steering Committee coordinating the first anniversary of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s death has officially launched a month-long period of remembrance. In a statement, the family urged Kenyans and people across the world to honour Odinga’s life and legacy. On Thursday, October 1, 2026, the committee—chaired by Prof Adams Oloo—released the update as preparations continued for a set of events marking one year since Raila’s death. The committee said the commemorations aim to unite Kenyans across counties, communities, faiths, and political persuasions. “The family today officially opens the month of celebrations marking the first anniversary of Baba’s passing,” Prof Oloo said. The committee also invited Kenyans to remember Raila with love and to renew their commitment to the ideals he championed, including democracy, justice, and a united Kenya. It further addressed plans for a candle-lighting ceremony scheduled for Friday, October 2. In its update, the committee said it had received information about an event being organised by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) together with the Nairobi City County government, and it welcomed the initiative. It added that it “gladly gives its blessings” to the planned candle-lighting event. ODM has announced a nationwide candle-lighting ceremony for Friday at 6:00 pm, encouraging Kenyans both at home and abroad to take par...
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