The Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Bondo Diocese Bishop Revered David Hillington Kodia, on Friday, October 17, received a standing ovation from Kenyans during the State Funeral of Raila Odinga at Nyayo National Stadium.
In a powerful sermon, Reverend Kobia boldly called out leaders who are accused of looting public resources.
The Bondo ACK Bishop emphasized that any leader who misuses public resources should be condemned and held accountable.
“When we are proclaiming the word, we should not be fearful. Words proclaimed must have the power to transform. It must have the power to make us renewed in our strength for the liberation of our country from those who are looting everything from us. From the country level to everywhere.
“I want to make a testament with the people of Kenya. If there is anyone here at whatever level, be you a governor, or an MCA who has looted this country, you know you stand a chance of being condemned,” said Reverent Kodia.
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The Bishop also reflected on Raila’s leadership style, saying he never used money to convince Kenyans to support him.
“Raila never relied on money to intimidate or win followers. He never used the power of his wallet to convince others,” Kodia added.
His sermon resonated well with thousands of Kenyans who gave him a standing ovation for openly calling our corrupt leaders.
A section of elected leaders also applauded the Bondo ACK Diocese following the sermon.
Raila’s State Funeral attracted regional and national leaders who turned up to pay their final respects and honour his legacy.
Among those present were Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie, Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Tanzanian Vice President Philip Mpango, South Sudan Deputy President Rebbeca Nyandeng Garang and former Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete.
Others were: President William Ruto, Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi, Chief Justice Martha Koome, Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, and Fred Matiangi.
The former Prime Minister is set to be accorded military honors by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF).
Raila passed away on Wednesday after suffering a cardiac arrest during a morning walk at an Ayurvedic treatment facility in India.
The body of the ODM leader will be moved to Kisumu on Saturday, October 19, where there will be a public viewing at Moi Stadium between 9 am and 3 pm.
Raila will be laid to rest on Sunday, October 19, at his Bondo home beside the graves of his late father, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and son, Fidel Odinga.
