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The family of the late Raila Odinga has established a committee to coordinate activities marking his first death anniversary.

The family of the late Raila Odinga has established a committee to coordinate activities marking his first death anniversary. 

In a statement on Sunday, September 13, the family said the committee will be led by Professor Adams Oloo. 

The family noted that the committee is developing a program of events for Raila’s death anniversary. 

“The family has constituted a committee chaired by Prof. Adams Oloo to coordinate commemorative activities during the week of the 15th. 

“The committee is currently developing the programme, which the family will announce in good time,” the statement read. 

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File inage of the late Raila Odinga's casket. 

Raila’s family also noted that many Kenyans did not get an opportunity to mourn the former premier or bid him farewell in the manner they would have wished following his death in October 2025.

The family said the first anniversary would provide an opportunity for his supporters and Kenyans to remember and honour him. 

“We therefore want this first anniversary to give the people their moment with Baba to remember him, mourn him, celebrate him and honour the journey they shared with him,” the family said. 

Further, the family said anyone wishing to participate in, support or organize activities as part of the anniversary commemorations should do so through the committee to ensure proper coordination.

“This will help ensure proper coordination, inclusivity and a meaningful, unified commemoration. We want to assure everyone: Baba’s people will not be left behind,” the statement added. 

On Thursday, September 10, the ODM party announced a month-long commemoration marking one year since the passing of Raila. 

In a statement, ODM confirmed that it had dedicated the entire month of October to honour Raila's memory.

The party further announced a calendar of activities for the month, including candle lighting, a major rally and family activities.

"God plucked the best flower from our midst. In recognition of his tireless contribution to our country's democracy and his Pan-Africanism, the party is dedicating the month of October as mwezi wa Baba with the following activities," the statement read in part.

ODM invited Kenyans for candle lighting on October 2. Kenyans across the country will be required to light candles in remembrance of Raila at 6 p.m.