There was a brief moment of tension at Kasarani Stadium on Thursday, October 16, 2025, after police fired tear gas to disperse large crowds of mourners who had gathered ahead of the public viewing of the late Raila Odinga’s body.
Thousands of supporters arrived at the venue early in the morning, eager to secure entry before the gates were officially opened. However, the massive turnout quickly overwhelmed security officers stationed at the entrances, resulting in confusion and crowding.
Witnesses said pushing and shoving at the gates prompted police to intervene, using tear gas to restore order and prevent a potential stampede.
Authorities later reopened sections of the stadium under tighter crowd-control measures to allow the viewing to proceed safely.
