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Four individuals were killed in the capital city when security forces shot and used teargas to disperse huge gatherings at a sports arena where political figure Raila Odinga's remains was on public view.

National Leader Honored

Odinga, who remained a prominent player in the country's governance for many years, died on that day at age 80 while in hospital care in the Asian nation.

He struggled relentlessly for multi-party democracy, and we are enjoying those freedoms today because of his struggle.

Turmoil Erupts at Stadium

Thousands devotees gathered on the streets from early morning, with disorder erupting when enormous throng forced open a barrier at Nairobi's main stadium, causing armed forces to fire in the air.

• Two individuals lost their lives to gunfire at the location
• Fatalities eventually reached to 4
• Numerous individuals sustained injuries
• Law enforcement deployed chemical agents to disperse numerous grievers

Airport Event and Parliament Situation

Previously that day, thousands of supporters briefly stormed the city's air terminal, disrupting a ceremony where the head of state and dignitaries were accepting Odinga's remains with military honors.

This event caused a brief stoppage of airport operations.

Assemblies also overwhelmed adjacent streets and sought to penetrate the government complex, where the administration had originally scheduled the community homage.

Political Impact and Community Devotion

Though mainly known as an opposition figure, Odinga became prime minister in 2008 and also established a political pact with the president last year in a career characterized by evolving coalitions.

He inspired intense commitment among followers, particularly in his Luo community based in the country's west, many of whom believe he was denied the highest office by election irregularities.

Many of Odinga's supporters, who were unborn in 1991 when Kenya became a pluralistic political system, paid tribute to Odinga's work as an activist.