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Four people were killed in the capital city when law enforcement discharged weapons and employed chemical irritants to disperse huge gatherings at a venue where statesman Raila Odinga's body was lying in state.

Political Leader Honored

The politician, who was a prominent player in Kenyan politics for decades, died on that day at age 80 while undergoing healthcare in India.

He fought tirelessly for democratic systems, and we benefit from those rights today because of his struggle.

Chaos Erupts at Venue

Thousands supporters congregated on the streets from dawn, with mayhem occurring when massive group breached a barrier at the capital's primary venue, causing military personnel to discharge weapons upward.

• A pair of persons lost their lives to gunfire at the location
• Casualties subsequently increased to 4
• Scores of persons got wounded
• Police used teargas to clear numerous mourners

Aviation Hub Disruption and Parliament Confrontation

During the morning, thousands of supporters momentarily entered the capital's aviation hub, disrupting a ceremony where President William Ruto and other officials were welcoming Odinga's body with military honors.

This event led to a temporary halt of airport operations.

Assemblies also occupied surrounding thoroughfares and tried to enter the legislative building, where the government had initially planned the open visitation.

Political Impact and Community Backing

While predominantly identified as an government critic, Odinga became head of government in 2008 and also struck a agreement with the leader last year in a career marked by evolving coalitions.

He generated strong loyalty among followers, notably in his cultural background based in the nation's western region, many of whom contend he was deprived of the nation's leadership by election irregularities.

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