ODM Announces Month-Long Raila Tribute, Reveals Major Events Across Kenya

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced a month-long programme to commemorate the late former party leader Raila Amolo Odinga, one year after his death.

In a statement issued on Thursday, September 10, 2026, ODM said it will dedicate the entire month of October to honouring Raila and remembering his contribution to Kenya’s democracy and Pan-Africanism.

The party has named the programme “Mwezi wa Baba”, in reference to Raila’s popular title, Baba.

Raila Odinga’s Candle-Lighting Ceremony

ODM will kick off the commemorations on October 2 with a nationwide candle-lighting ceremony. The party has asked Kenyans to light candles at 6 pm, either individually or in organised groups, to remember Raila.

ODM described Raila’s death as a painful moment for the party and the country. “It was a tearful moment; we were all heartbroken. God plucked the best flower from our midst,” the party said.

Memorial Rally in Kakamega

On October 9, ODM will hold a major memorial rally in Kakamega Town. The event will bring together party supporters from counties across the Western Kenya region, including Kakamega, Vihiga, Busia, Bungoma and Trans Nzoia.

From October 10 to 15, the party said family-led activities will take place before culminating in the main memorial service at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi in Bondo.

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Activities Planned Across the Country 

ODM will then take the commemorations to different regions. On October 17, the party will hold a memorial rally in Garissa Town, bringing together supporters from Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Isiolo and Marsabit counties.

The Coastal region will host memorial activities from October 18 to 19, followed by Mashujaa Day celebrations on October 20.

The party will hold further memorial activities in Kajiado County on October 21.

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Turkana and Nairobi Events

ODM has scheduled memorial activities in Turkana County from October 23 to 25.

The month-long programme will end with the “Mwezi wa Baba” memorial rally in Nairobi County on October 31.

The party urged its supporters to use the month to reflect on Raila’s legacy and strengthen their commitment to the ideals he stood for.

“We urge all our supporters to rededicate their commitment to BABA’S ideals,” ODM said.

The party then wished blessings upon ODM and Kenya, saying, “God Bless ODM. God Bless Kenya.”

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Photo of late Raila Odinga and other ODM members during the previous event. PHOTO/Standard