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Four individuals lost their lives in the capital city when armed personnel opened fire and used teargas to break up massive crowds at a venue where opposition leader Raila Odinga's body was displayed for homage.

Political Figure Remembered

The statesman, who had been a prominent player in the nation's political landscape for many years, succumbed on that day at age 80 while receiving medical treatment in the subcontinent.

He campaigned vigorously for democratic systems, and we are enjoying those freedoms today because of his work.

Chaos Breaks Out at Venue

Thousands supporters congregated on roadways from early morning, with chaos erupting when massive group forced open a entrance at the city's central arena, causing armed forces to shoot skyward.

• Two people perished from bullets at the stadium
• Casualties later rose to 4
• Scores of persons were hurt
• Law enforcement employed irritants to clear thousands attendees

Airport Event and Government Building Confrontation

Earlier in the day, countless of grievers temporarily invaded the city's air terminal, halting a ceremony where the head of state and government representatives were receiving Odinga's body with military honors.

This event led to a brief stoppage of aviation services.

Groups also occupied surrounding thoroughfares and tried to enter parliament, where the administration had first arranged the community homage.

National Legacy and Community Devotion

While predominantly identified as an political challenger, Odinga served as prime minister in 2008 and also struck a agreement with the president last year in a public service marked by evolving coalitions.

He inspired intense commitment among supporters, particularly in his Luo community based in western Kenya, many of whom believe he was prevented from obtaining the highest office by electoral fraud.

Many of Odinga's followers, who were unborn in 1991 when Kenya became a multi-faction governance, paid tribute to Odinga's efforts as an campaigner.