# Kalonzo Reveals Why Uhuru Kenyatta Missed Raila Odinga’s Memorial

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- Published: 2026-10-19T13:05:10+00:00
- Author: STESHA

# Kalonzo Reveals Why Uhuru Kenyatta Missed Raila Odinga’s Memorial

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has revealed why former President Uhuru Kenyatta
reportedly missed the first anniversary commemoration of the late former Prime Minister
Raila Odinga in Bondo, Siaya County.

Kalonzo claimed Uhuru’s advance team discovered that the memorial had been infiltrated
by individuals allegedly acting in bad faith, raising concerns about security at
the event.

Speaking during his State of the Nation Address on Monday, October 19, 2026, the
opposition leader condemned the violence witnessed at Migwena Cultural Grounds, 
saying it undermined the unity and respect intended for Raila’s family.

The ceremony descended into chaos after groups of youths clashed, with some reportedly
throwing stones towards the VIP tent. The confrontation forced leaders to seek cover
as security officers intervened to restore order.

Police arrested five suspects in connection with the incident. The Directorate of
Criminal Investigations (DCI) also reported recovering a machete, sword and knife
during the arrests.

However, Kalonzo urged investigators to look beyond those arrested at the scene 
and pursue individuals suspected of financing and organising the violence.

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“Follow the money, follow the vehicles — arrest the financiers, not just the young
men wielding the weapons,” Kalonzo said, calling on the Inspector General of Police
and the DCI to conduct thorough investigations.

He warned young people against accepting money to participate in political violence,
arguing that those recruiting them would abandon them when they faced prosecution.

The Wiper leader encouraged the youth to exercise their constitutional rights through
peaceful demonstrations, political participation and voter registration.

Kalonzo also recalled remarks by Raila’s daughter, Winnie Odinga, that her late 
father believed everyone deserved the freedom to express their opinions.

He criticised attempts to intimidate people over their political positions, insisting
that disagreements should not result in violence.

The former vice president further reaffirmed his commitment to Raila’s democratic
struggle, saying the journey towards a fairer Kenya remained unfinished.

He urged Kenyans to continue pursuing a country where citizens enjoy equal rights,
opportunities and freedom regardless of their political affiliations.

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