National Condolence Message on the Passing of Raila Odinga

The President of the Republic of Somaliland, H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Irro), extends his deepest condolences to the family, government, and people of the Republic of Kenya on the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga.

President Abdirahman Irro hailed Mr. Odinga as a towering African statesman and visionary reformer whose unwavering pursuit of justice, democracy, and unity uplifted his nation and inspired the continent. He also remembered him as a principled friend of Somaliland; a leader of wisdom and integrity who deeply understood and respected the aspirations and legitimate rights of its people.

His Excellency affirmed that Africa has lost one of its most steadfast voices for democracy and good governance, and expressed his solidarity with the nation of Kenya and the Odinga family during this moment of profound loss.