The Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, is mourning the death of his father, Mzee Weston Kirocho Kanja, who passed away on Tuesday, October 14.
In an update on Monday, October 20, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said its Director, Mohamed Amin, led senior officials in visiting the Inspector General to convey their sympathies.
"This evening, the Director of Criminal Investigations, Mr. Mohamed Amin, visited the Inspector General of the National Police Service, Mr. Douglas Kanja, MGH, CBS, OGW, to offer his condolences following the passing of his father, Mzee Weston Kirocho Kanja, on October 14, 2025,” the DCI stated.
The DCI further expressed solidarity with the Inspector General and his family during their time of mourning.
"The Director, together with the entire DCI fraternity, extends heartfelt condolences and stands in solidarity with the Inspector General and his family during this difficult time. We are united in mourning their loss and offer our deepest sympathies as they navigate this challenging period," the statement added.
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The news comes a day after former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was laid to rest at his ancestral home in Kang’o Ka Jaramogi, Bondo, Siaya County.
The burial, held on Sunday, October 19, followed a funeral service held at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST), where leaders and dignitaries gathered to pay their final respects.
Following the conclusion of the service, Raila’s body was loaded onto a hearse by members of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), who later performed full military rites at the graveside.
Raila was buried with his trademark hat and fly whisk, iconic items that had come to define his image throughout his political journey.
The private burial ceremony was attended by Raila’s immediate family, including his wife Mama Ida Odinga and children Rosemary Odinga, Raila Odinga Jr., and Winnie Odinga.
His siblings, Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga, Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga, and Wenwa Akinyi Odinga, were also present.
Raila’s longtime bodyguard, Maurice Ogeta, who had stood by him for many years, also attended the ceremony alongside his family.
President William Ruto led the delegation of national and regional leaders who attended the ceremony.
Also present were former President Uhuru Kenyatta, Kisii Governor Simba Arati, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and several other political figures.
