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Four individuals lost their lives in Kenya's capital when law enforcement shot and used teargas to disperse massive crowds at a sports arena where political figure Raila Odinga's corpse was lying in state.

National Leader Mourned

The politician, who was a significant presence in the nation's political landscape for decades, passed away on that day at 80 years old while in hospital care in India.

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

Disorder Unfolds at Venue

Numerous followers congregated on roadways from sunrise, with mayhem occurring when a large crowd forced open a gate at the capital's primary venue, leading to military personnel to shoot skyward.

• Two people were shot dead at the stadium
• Fatalities later rose to four people
• Many persons were hurt
• Law enforcement deployed chemical agents to clear thousands grievers

Aviation Hub Event and Parliament Standoff

During the morning, numerous of grievers briefly stormed the city's air terminal, halting a ceremony where President William Ruto and dignitaries were accepting Odinga's body with military honors.

This event prompted a two-hour suspension of flight activities.

Crowds also overwhelmed nearby roads and tried to enter the government complex, where the administration had first arranged the public viewing.

National Impact and Community Support

While predominantly identified as an political challenger, Odinga became head of government in 2008 and also formed a agreement with Ruto last year in a public service defined by changing partnerships.

He inspired strong loyalty among adherents, particularly in his Luo community based in the nation's western region, many of whom maintain he was prevented from obtaining the presidency by electoral fraud.

Many of Odinga's mourners, who were not living in 1991 when Kenya transitioned to a pluralistic political system, expressed respect to Odinga's efforts as an activist.