The Government has issued a directive requiring all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to include the official portrait of the Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga in all condolence messages disseminated through official communication platforms.
In a statement released by Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura, the move aims to standardize state communication and recognize the significant national role played by the former Prime Minister and African Union Special Envoy.
“All Ministries, Departments, and Agencies are hereby instructed to use the official portrait of the Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga in all messages of condolences on their official channels and platforms of communication,” the statement read.
The directive takes immediate effect and is expected to be implemented without exception across all government communication outlets.
Raila Odinga, a long-standing opposition leader and a key figure in Kenya’s democratic journey, has held various leadership positions and continues to play a significant role in regional peace and integration efforts.
The Office of the Government Spokesman has urged all MDAs to request access to the official portrait and to ensure all condolence messages reflect the tone, respect, and decorum befitting national leadership.
The late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will be buried on Sunday in a private ceremony, which his family has announced will be attended by only a few select individuals.
A state funeral service will be held on Friday at Nyayo Stadium, expected to be attended by dignitaries and VVIPs from outside the country.
After the event, the body will be moved to his Karen home for an overnight vigil.
On Saturday morning, the body will be flown to Kisumu for public viewing at the Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Mamboleo, and later transported by road to Bondo for another overnight stay.
His burial on Sunday will be conducted according to the traditions of the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK), as announced by the State Funeral Committee co-chair, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
