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Prime Minister of Kenya from 2008 to 2013
Raila Amolo Odinga CGH (7 January 1945 – 15 October 2025) was a Kenyan politician who served as Prime Minister from 2008 to 2013. He was the Member of
Raila_Odinga
Sports stadium in Nairobi, Kenya
Raila Odinga International Stadium, also Talanta Sports Stadium or Talanta Sports City, is a sports stadium under construction in the city of Nairobi,
Raila Odinga International Stadium
Raila_Odinga_International_Stadium
Kenyan politician
both former Prime Minister the late Raila Odinga and Oburu Odinga, the serving Senator for Siaya County. Ruth Odinga is a politician born into a Kenyan
Ruth_Odinga
Kenyan businesswoman, activist and educator (born 1930)
Ida Betty Odinga (born Ida Anyango Oyoo on 24 August 1950) is a Kenyan businesswoman, activist, and educator. She is the widow of Raila Odinga, the former
Ida_Odinga
1st Vice President of Kenya
leader. Jaramogi’s son CGH Raila Odinga (1945–2025) was the second Prime Minister of Kenya, and his other son, Oburu Odinga, is a former assistant minister
Jaramogi_Oginga_Odinga
Kenyan politician (born 1943)
member of the Odinga political family, the son of Kenya’s first vice president Jaramogi Oginga Odinga and the brother of the late Raila Odinga and politician
Oburu_Odinga
of Kenya with 50.5% of the vote, defeating Raila Odinga who received 48.85% of the vote. On 22 August, Odinga filed a petition with the Supreme Court of
2022_Kenyan_general_election
President of Kenya since 2022
lost to Raila Odinga on the ODM party primaries; together with Musalia Mudavadi, who finished second, he then supported the candidature of Odinga. He again
William_Ruto
Kenyan politician
Parliament. Winnie Odinga is the fourth child and last-born daughter of the late Prime Minister of Kenya Raila Odinga and Ida Odinga. She is also the granddaughter
Winnie_Odinga
President of Kenya from 2002 to 2013
Kibaki remaining President and Raila Odinga taking a newly re-created post of Prime Minister. On 17 April 2008, Raila Odinga was sworn in as Prime Minister
Mwai_Kibaki
Kenyan entrepreneur and advocate for alternative agriculture
was born August 13, 1977, and is the second child of Ida and the late Raila Odinga, a Kenyan politician. She earned a BA in sociology from Howard University
Rosemary_Odinga
10th Vice President of Kenya
general election, under the leadership of then KANU secretary general, Raila Odinga, he decamped from KANU to join the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) as
Kalonzo_Musyoka
President of Kenya from 2013 to 2022
Gatundu South from 2002 to 2013 and also as Deputy Prime Minister to Raila Odinga from 2008 to 2013. Currently he is a member and the party leader of the
Uhuru_Kenyatta
Nilotic ethnic group in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda
and FORD-Kenya (led by Oginga Odinga). Oginga Odinga died in 1994. Ford-Kenya later split and Odinga's son, Raila Odinga started the National Development
Luo_people
Political party in Kenya
Uhuru Kenyatta is the party's patron. The alliance fielded the late Raila Odinga as its presidential candidate and Martha Karua as its deputy presidential
Azimio_la_Umoja
won 98.3% of the vote, defeating Orange Democratic Movement candidate Raila Odinga, who had withdrawn weeks before the election, believing that the Independent
October 2017 Kenyan presidential election
October_2017_Kenyan_presidential_election
Prime Cabinet Secretary of Kenya since 2022
Government (2008–2012), in the coalition government of Mwai Kibaki and Raila Odinga. In May 2012, Mudavadi resigned from his role as Minister of Local Government
Musalia_Mudavadi
Kibaki, running on a Party of National Unity (PNU) ticket, defeated Raila Odinga, leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and Kalonzo Musyoka of
2007_Kenyan_general_election
countries. The three final candidates had varying campaign agendas. Kenya's Raila Odinga is a well-known figure in Kenyan politics with a strong reputation, and
2025 African Union Commission Chairperson election
2025_African_Union_Commission_Chairperson_election
Inter-ethnic violence in Kenya after disputed presidential election
presidential election. Supporters of Kibaki's main opponent in that election, Raila Odinga of the Orange Democratic Movement, alleged electoral manipulation. This
2007–2008_Kenyan_crisis
presidential election saw Uhuru Kenyatta of the National Alliance (TNA) defeat Raila Odinga of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Incumbent President Mwai Kibaki
2013_Kenyan_general_election
Political party in Kenya
ODM were Uhuru Kenyatta's KANU party and the late Raila Odinga's LDP. While Kenyatta left KANU, Odinga remained and led ODM until his death in 2025. The
Orange_Democratic_Movement
2018 political truce between two leading political factions
between Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The two had been the leaders of opposing political factions amidst widespread
2018_Kenya_handshake
Kenyan politician (born 1976)
opposition party National Super Alliance (NASA), under the leadership of Raila Amolo Odinga piled pressure on the commission, saying that it could not possibly
Roslyne_Akombe
dies". History.com. February 9, 2010. Retrieved February 15, 2015. "Raila Odinga funeral: Emotional send-off for Kenya's revered former prime minister"
List_of_largest_funerals
Kenyan political party
created as a result a split between Kalonzo Musyoka and Raila Odinga in mid-August 2007. Raila's group, which also included Musalia Mudavadi, William Ruto
Wiper_Patriotic_Front
Country in East Africa
Supreme Court by opposition leader Raila Odinga. Kenyatta was re-elected in 2017 in another disputed election. Odinga accused the Independent Electoral
Kenya
Canada-based Kenyan attorney and politician
Miguna served as a senior adviser to former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga from 2009 to 2011. Miguna was born in Magina, Kenya. He attended
Miguna_Miguna
Kenyan football team
Mudavadi!" and "Raila must go!", highlighting how football can serve as a proxy for political competition. At the time, Raila Odinga was facing a presidential
Gor_Mahia_F.C.
Surname list
Raila Odinga Oburu Odinga (born 1943), MP, son of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Norman Odinga (born 1963), Canadian association football player Sekou Odinga
Odinga
had been re-elected with 54% of the vote. However, his main opponent, Raila Odinga of the Orange Democratic Movement, refused to accept the results and
2017_Kenyan_general_election
Nationalist political party in Kenya
general elections. President Kenyatta openly endorsed opposition leader Raila Odinga in the run-up to those elections forming the Azimio la Umoja Coalition
Jubilee_Party
of the ODM, which was the political party of presidential candidate Raila Odinga. Kosgey, as a top leader in the ad hoc Kalenjin organization, directed
List of people indicted in the International Criminal Court
List_of_people_indicted_in_the_International_Criminal_Court
African Union post
Union Commission Chair Moussa Faki The first High Representative was Raila Odinga, Leader of the Opposition and former Prime Minister of Kenya (2008–2013)
African Union High Representative for Infrastructure Development
African_Union_High_Representative_for_Infrastructure_Development
Kenyan politician (born 1957)
after being nominated as the running mate of presidential candidate Raila Odinga in the 2022 Kenyan general election. Karua later rebranded NARC Kenya
Martha_Karua
Political party
economist Professor Peter Anyang' Nyong'o, Raila Odinga (the son of Oginga Odinga), Oburu Odinga (Raila's elder brother), environmentalist, and, later
Forum for the Restoration of Democracy – Kenya
Forum_for_the_Restoration_of_Democracy_–_Kenya
Kenyan businessman and political strategist (born 1962)
He is however best known for being the key political strategist for Raila Odinga's 2017 election campaigns and the quiet force behind Uhuru Kenyatta's
Jimmy_Wanjigi
vitiated Uhuru's win after Raila Odinga disputed the result through a constitutionally allowed supreme court petition. Raila Odinga would later boycott a repeat
History_of_Kenya
Kenyan lawyer and human rights activist
2005, he joined the Orange Democratic Movement party, teaming up with Raila Odinga after a significant standoff between the two following a fallout from
James_Orengo
Challenge to an election
August 2017 presidential election. The petition was brought forward by Raila Odinga and Kalonzo Musyoka, the National Super Alliance (NASA) candidates, challenging
2017 Kenyan presidential election petition
2017_Kenyan_presidential_election_petition
13th Chief Justice of the Republic of Kenya
Mutunga as chief justice of Kenya. After consulting with Prime Minister Raila Odinga, Kibaki made the appointment, and the National Assembly approved it on
Willy_Mutunga
Part of Kibera slum in Nairobi
Raila is a part of Kibera slum in Nairobi, named after the former Prime Minister, the Late Raila Odinga. Other parts of Kibera include Laini Saba, Lindi
Raila
Honorific prefix
minister of Kenya and Raila Amolo Odinga, who served as the country's second prime minister between 2008 and 2013. Raila Odinga also known as Baba (Political
The_Right_Honourable
Fans of Arsenal Football Club
Hollande Paul Kagame Aleksander Kwaśniewski Zohran Mamdani David Miliband Raila Odinga Priti Patel Chris Patten Kevin Rudd Babajide Sanwo-Olu Keir Starmer George
Arsenal_F.C._supporters
Kenyan politician (1945–2025)
election Raila Odinga, successfully running for the Member of Parliament for Rongo. Following a violence-marred election and post-poll crisis, Odinga was appointed
Dalmas_Otieno
Political party in Kenya
support for the Orange Democratic Movement and its presidential candidate, Raila Odinga, in the December 2007 general election;. She initially said that she
National_Rainbow_Coalition
Kenyan politician
attracted significant public attention and debate. However, ODM party leader Raila Odinga criticised the proposal, arguing that it was intended to curtail the
Ndindi_Nyoro
Political party in Kenya
Kenyatta and Deputy President William Ruto in the 2017 general elections. Raila Odinga, Musalia Mudavadi, Kalonzo Musyoka, Moses Wetangula and Isaac Ruto were
National_Super_Alliance
Kenyan judge
president-elect of Kenya by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission. Raila Odinga challenged this in the Supreme Court of Kenya. She was one of the six
Njoki_Susanna_Ndung'u
6th Vice President of Kenya
to a tragic end when Moi named Uhuru rather than Raila Odinga as his successor. In August 2002, Odinga left KANU to defeat Moi's "use and dump game," and
George_Saitoti
Head of government of Kenya
agreement in February 2008, the role was recreated in April 2008 and held by Raila Odinga. The position was again abolished by the 2010 Constitution after the
Prime_Minister_of_Kenya
Kenyan politician
investigations or face unspecified consequences. In August 2018 Murkomen claimed Raila Odinga also pocketed a share of the NYS scam funds amounting to Ksh 100 million
Kipchumba_Murkomen
Kenyan politician
Movement and its presidential candidate, Raila Odinga, in the December 2007 general election; she has compared Odinga to Nelson Mandela. She initially said
Charity_Ngilu
Neighbourhood of Nairobi, Kenya
leader and MP for much of Kibera, the parliamentary seat of Langata, Raila Odinga to be known for his ability to bring out a formidable demonstration force
Kibera
Kenyan politician (born 1943)
Nyong'o was the acting party leader from 11 March until late May 2009 when Raila Odinga was in the United States and was elected to the National Assembly of
Anyang'_Nyong'o
between the Orange Democratic Movement's leader and presidential candidate Raila Odinga and Party of National Unity's leader and incumbent presidential candidate
Government of National Unity (Kenya)
Government_of_National_Unity_(Kenya)
Pair of dangerous lions in the Tsavo region of Kenya in 1898
Kibaki 2005 Kenyan constitutional referendum 2007–2008 Kenyan crisis Raila Odinga 2010 Kenyan constitutional referendum Operation Linda Nchi Westgate shopping
Tsavo_Man-Eaters
Tanzanian singer, dancer, philanthropist and businessman
Kenyan general election Diamond Platnumz endorsed and performed at the Raila Odinga campaign rally at Kasarani held on 6 August 2022 just 3 days before the
Diamond_Platnumz
Kenyan politician
Kenyan general elections, the first multiparty elections in Kenya, when Raila Odinga won the Langata seat. Together with his wife Katy Leakey, he runs the
Philip_Leakey
President of Kenya from 1964 to 1978
suppressed political dissent, and prohibited KANU's only rival—Oginga Odinga's leftist Kenya People's Union—from competing in elections. He promoted reconciliation
Jomo_Kenyatta
the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) of Raila Odinga winning a majority in the 2007 parliamentary elections. Raila was a candidate in the presidential elections
10th_Parliament_of_Kenya
36th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations
Stadium (New) 30,000 Zanzibar Zanzibar Fumba Stadium 35,000 Nairobi Raila Odinga International Stadium (New) 60,000 Moi International Sports Centre 55
2027_Africa_Cup_of_Nations
Failed coup against President Daniel arap Moi
attempt were Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, a former vice-president to Jomo Kenyatta (Moi's predecessor), and his son Raila Amolo Odinga. Ochuka had become obsessed
1982_Kenyan_coup_attempt
President of South Africa since 2018
saying that he had business links with Kibaki's opponent Raila Odinga. According to Ramaphosa, Odinga had visited him in 2007, but he did not have any "special
Cyril_Ramaphosa
Kenyan blogger and teacher
calls for transparent probe". The Star. Retrieved 12 June 2025. Raila Odinga [@RailaOdinga] (10 June 2025). "Statement on the Death of Albert Ojwang" (Tweet)
Death_of_Albert_Ojwang
power-sharing agreement, signed by then President Mwai Kibaki and Prime Minister Raila Odinga of the Orange Democratic Movement. That government was semi-presidential
Politics_of_Kenya
Kingdom of Luhya people in Kenya
The opening was attended by Nabongo Peter Mumia II, Prime Minister Raila Odinga, Deputy Prime Minister Musalia Mudavadi, and ministers James Orengo and
Wanga_Kingdom
2024 anti-tax protests in Kenya
"Kenya Finance Bill 2023." These protests, led by former prime minister Raila Odinga, left six people dead and dozens injured. The protests spread nationwide
Kenya_Finance_Bill_protests
2015 Al-Shabaab shooting in Kenya
is currently voluntary, not enforced. Former Prime Minister of Kenya Raila Odinga, former Kenyan Minister of Trade Moses Wetangula, and other members of
Garissa University College attack
Garissa_University_College_attack
2002 → Presidential election Nominee Daniel arap Moi Mwai Kibaki Raila Odinga Party KANU Democratic NDP Popular vote 2,500,865 1,911,742 667,886 Percentage
1997_Kenyan_general_election
Kenyan political activist
politicians sparked both support and heavy criticism, notable being the late Raila Odinga, from whom he claimed he sought political advice and monetary support
Kasmuel_McOure
Kenyan politician (born 1978)
governor's support for poll boycott called by former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. He later apologised following public outcry and pressure from women's
Nimrod_Mbai
Kenyan military operation (2011–2012)
delegation led by Prime Minister Ali met in Nairobi with Kenyan Premier Raila Odinga and other government officials to iron out differences and to outline
Operation_Linda_Nchi
Highest court in Kenya
Kenya by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). Raila Odinga challenged this in the Supreme Court due to several technicalities, including
Supreme_Court_of_Kenya
CS for Mining and Blue Economy
The Economist, "He is close to Raila Odinga, Kenya’s main opposition leader, and is said to be financing Mr. Odinga’s Orange Democratic Movement party
Hassan_Joho
proceeding with President Uhuru Kenyatta's and retired Prime Minister Raila Odinga's Building Bridges Initiative. The five-judge bench was to determine seventeen
BBI_Judgement
fell apart as a result of the 2005 referendum, and Kibaki's former ally Raila Odinga became his principal opponent in the 2007 elections. Although Kibaki
Elections_in_Kenya
Djiboutian politician (born 1965)
in which he defeated Madagascar's Richard Randriamandra then Kenya's Raila Odinga, the leading candidate. Youssouf received congratulatory messages from
Mahamoud_Ali_Youssouf
from the original on 20 May 2020. Retrieved 27 May 2019. Kenya: "Raila Odinga "@RailaOdinga"". Twitter. 23 May 2019. Archived from the original on 27 May
2019_Indian_general_election
Government of Kenya from 2013 to 2022
results were repealed. The resulting elections were controversial as Raila Odinga boycotted the elections and as the only other active candidate, he won
Presidency_of_Uhuru_Kenyatta
MEDIA. "NTV Kenya: Ruto, Raila at 38th African Union Summit in Addis". NTV Kenya. Retrieved 23 February 2025. "Raila Odinga's Endless Odyssey: Loses AUC
List of international presidential trips made by William Ruto
List_of_international_presidential_trips_made_by_William_Ruto
Kenyan politician
government's decision to shut down media houses during the swearing-in of Raila Odinga by his supporters as the People's president. On the day of the swearing
Fred_Matiang'i
Governor of Machakos County
office 3 April 2008 – 9 April 2013 President Mwai Kibaki Prime Minister Raila Odinga Minister Helen Sambili (3 April 2008 – August 2010) Paul Otuoma (August
Wavinya_Ndeti
Kenyan consumer goods company
Asibabi, Vincent. "Raila recalls 'Resist' movement at BIDCO event". HiviSasa. HiviSasa.com. Retrieved October 26, 2019. "Raila Odinga Remarks at BIDCO Official
Bidco_Africa
Criminal group in Kenya
allegiance to Luo leader and multiple Kenyan presidential candidate Raila Odinga. Their leader is Joash Oluande, a born-again Christian. They recruit
Taliban_(gang)
British colony (1920–1963)
Kibaki 2005 Kenyan constitutional referendum 2007–2008 Kenyan crisis Raila Odinga 2010 Kenyan constitutional referendum Operation Linda Nchi Westgate shopping
Kenya_Colony
Political ideology emphasising the "common people"
new populist politicians have appeared. These have included Kenya's Raila Odinga, Senegal's Abdoulaye Wade, South Africa's Julius Malema, and Zambia's
Populism
Kwanza) 34 / 67 179 / 349 Azimio la Umoja Orange Democratic Movement ODM Raila Odinga Social democracy Civic nationalism Social liberalism 20 / 67 87 / 349
List of political parties in Kenya
List_of_political_parties_in_Kenya
1984 massacre of ethnic Somalis in Kenya
other commissioners. The same year, the former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga ordered an official probe into the atrocities and indicated that the
Wagalla_massacre
8th and Current Speaker of the National Assembly of Kenya
Commons". After a power-sharing agreement was reached between Kibaki and Raila Odinga, both of whom claimed victory in the presidential election, Wetangula
Moses_Wetang'ula
City in Kisumu County, Kenya
include Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, politician, the first Vice-President of Kenya Raila Odinga, politician, son of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, Kenya's former prime
Kisumu
Province of Kenya
United States Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, independence fighter and socialist politician Raila Odinga, son of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, politician and the leader
Nyanza_Province
Defunct political party in Kenya
presidential candidate. Members of the former National Democratic Party NDP of Raila Odinga which had joined KANU only in summer 2001 left the then ruling party
Liberal Democratic Party (Kenya)
Liberal_Democratic_Party_(Kenya)
Kenyan politician
growing reputation was spotted by president Mwai Kibaki and prime minister Raila Odinga, who gave him a position as Minister for the East African Community in
Amason_Kingi
Political party in Kenya
prominence when Raila Odinga joined it after he left Ford-Kenya following his loss in the battle for leadership of that party to Michael Wamalwa. Odinga pulled
National Development Party (Kenya)
National_Development_Party_(Kenya)
Calendar year
opposition leader Raila Odinga. His victory is certified by the nation's election supervisory agency on August 15 amid protests and violence by Odinga supporters
2022
Kenyan politician
ran under the banner of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), led by Raila Odinga, and became the first woman representative for Kilifi County. She was
Aisha_Jumwa
Commercial trade association (1888–1896)
Kibaki 2005 Kenyan constitutional referendum 2007–2008 Kenyan crisis Raila Odinga 2010 Kenyan constitutional referendum Operation Linda Nchi Westgate shopping
Imperial British East Africa Company
Imperial_British_East_Africa_Company
Kenyan politician
Samoei Ruto. Mwaūra served as a senior adviser to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga from 2010 to 2012 on Public Policy on Special Interest Groups. Mwaūra
Mwaura_Isaac_Maigua
assistant secretary of state for political-military affairs (1998–2000). Raila Odinga, 80, Kenyan politician, prime minister (2008–2013), MP (1993–2013), and
Deaths_in_October_2025
RAILA ODINGA
RAILA ODINGA
Female
Yiddish
(רֵייזָ×) Yiddish name RAISA means "rose." Compare with other forms of Raisa.
Female
Russian
(РаиÌÑа) Russian name RAISA means "easy, prepared." Compare with other forms of Raisa.
Girl/Female
Muslim
Explorer, Guide, Leader
Girl/Female
Indian
Acquirer, Obtained
Female
English
 Altered form of English Kayley, KAILA means "slender." Compare with another form of Kaila.
Girl/Female
Muslim
Sunshine
Girl/Female
Australian, Finnish
Form of Raisa
Girl/Female
Muslim
Smell, Fragrance
Female
Hawaiian
 Hawaiian unisex name KAILA means "style." Compare with another form of Kaila.
Female
English
Pet form of English Aileen, AILA means "little Eve."Â
Girl/Female
English
Joyful. Abbreviation of Abigail. Gael is a term for descendants of the ancient Celts in Scotland;...
Girl/Female
Muslim
Pure, Clear, Tranquil, Serene
Girl/Female
Muslim
Happy, Mirth, Joyous
Girl/Female
Indian
Dark beauty, Night
Female
English
Elaborated form of English Gail, GAILA means "father rejoices."
Female
Yiddish
(×¨Öµ×™×™× Ö¸×) Variant spelling of Yiddish Rayna, RAINA means "pure." Compare with another form of Raina.
Male
Hawaiian
 Hawaiian unisex name KAILA means "style." Compare with strictly feminine Kaila.
Girl/Female
Muslim
Beautiful princess, Night
Girl/Female
Egyptian
Prophetess.
Girl/Female
Australian, Finnish
Form of Raili
RAILA ODINGA
RAILA ODINGA
Surname or Lastname
English
English : unexplained. Possibly a variant of Verity. Compare Varty.Jewish (Israeli) : from Hebrew vardi ‘of rose’, translating any of the many Ashkenazic surnames starting with Rosen-.
Biblical
gracious; merciful
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
Spiritual; Music
Biblical
myrrh
Boy/Male
American, Australian, Christian, French
The King
Boy/Male
Tamil
Lover, Lovable
Boy/Male
Afghan, African, American, Anglo, Arabic, British, Chinese, Christian, Czechoslovakian, Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Indian, Irish, Jamaican, Muslim, Norwegian, Parsi, Polish, Portuguese, Shakespearean, Sindhi, Swahili, Swedis
Red Earth; First Human Being; Created by God; Red; Man; To be Red; Ruby; A Prophet's Name; Man of Earth; First Human
Boy/Male
Anglo Saxon
Salmon.
Girl/Female
Latin
Alive.
Boy/Male
Biblical
Cluster of figs.
RAILA ODINGA
RAILA ODINGA
RAILA ODINGA
RAILA ODINGA
RAILA ODINGA
v. i.
To chide; to rail heartily.
v. t.
To rail at.
v. t.
To scold; to rail at.
n.
The permanent way; the rails.
n.
A fish plate for rails.
n.
The European water rail.
n.
A barrier made of a rail or of rails.
v. t.
To rail at; to banter.
v. i.
To rail or scold.
v. t.
To rail in; to inclose or surround, as with rails.
v. t.
To inclose with rails or a railing.
a.
Pertaining to the rails.
p. pr. & vb. n.
of Rail
imp. & p. p.
of Rail
n.
A movable part of a rail; or of opposite rails, for transferring cars from one track to another.
n.
The rails of a railroad.
n.
Rails in general; also, material for making rails.
n.
The water rail.