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Four people were killed in the capital city when security forces discharged weapons and employed chemical irritants to disperse huge gatherings at a stadium where political figure Raila Odinga's body was on public view.

National Leader Honored

The statesman, who was a major force in Kenyan politics for a long period, passed away on midweek at age 80 while in hospital care in India.

He fought tirelessly for democratic systems, and we are enjoying those rights today because of his efforts.

Disorder Unfolds at Arena

Numerous supporters gathered on roadways from sunrise, with chaos breaking out when a large crowd forced open a entrance at the capital's primary venue, leading to military personnel to shoot skyward.

• Two people were shot dead at the venue
• Casualties subsequently increased to 4
• Many individuals got wounded
• Authorities deployed chemical agents to clear countless attendees

Aviation Hub Incident and Government Building Confrontation

Earlier in the day, thousands of supporters briefly stormed Nairobi's international airport, interrupting a ceremony where the head of state and dignitaries were receiving Odinga's body with military honors.

This incident caused a temporary halt of airport operations.

Groups also occupied nearby roads and sought to penetrate the legislative building, where the government had initially planned the open visitation.

National Heritage and Community Support

Though mainly known as an government critic, Odinga served as head of government in 2008 and also struck a political pact with Ruto last year in a political journey characterized by shifting alliances.

He generated passionate devotion among supporters, particularly in his Luo community based in the nation's western region, many of whom contend he was prevented from obtaining the highest office by vote manipulation.

Numerous of Odinga's followers, who were unborn in 1991 when Kenya became a pluralistic political system, offered homage to Odinga's efforts as an advocate.