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Four individuals were killed in Nairobi when armed personnel discharged weapons and deployed teargas to disperse huge gatherings at a stadium where statesman Raila Odinga's body was displayed for homage.

National Figure Mourned

Odinga, who remained a significant presence in the country's governance for many years, died on midweek at 80 years old while in hospital care in the Asian nation.

He fought tirelessly for multi-party democracy, and we experience those rights today because of his efforts.

Disorder Erupts at Stadium

Countless followers gathered on thoroughfares from dawn, with chaos occurring when massive group breached a entrance at the city's central arena, prompting soldiers to fire in the air.

• Two people were shot dead at the stadium
• Casualties later rose to four people
• Many individuals sustained injuries
• Law enforcement deployed chemical agents to clear countless grievers

Airport Incident and Government Building Confrontation

During the morning, numerous of grievers momentarily entered the capital's aviation hub, interrupting a ceremony where the head of state and dignitaries were welcoming Odinga's body with military honors.

This event prompted a two-hour suspension of airport operations.

Crowds also overwhelmed surrounding thoroughfares and tried to enter the legislative building, where the government had initially planned the community homage.

Political Legacy and Community Support

While predominantly identified as an political challenger, Odinga became senior minister in 2008 and also formed a alliance with Ruto last year in a public service defined by shifting alliances.

He inspired passionate devotion among adherents, especially in his ethnic group based in western Kenya, many of whom believe he was prevented from obtaining the highest office by electoral fraud.

Numerous of Odinga's followers, who were not yet born in 1991 when Kenya transitioned to a multi-party democracy, offered homage to Odinga's efforts as an campaigner.