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A quartet of persons were killed in the capital city when armed personnel shot and used teargas to disperse enormous assemblies at a sports arena where political figure Raila Odinga's body was displayed for homage.

Political Figure Mourned

Odinga, who was a prominent player in the country's governance for a long period, died on midweek at age 80 while receiving medical treatment in the subcontinent.

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

Chaos Breaks Out at Venue

Thousands devotees assembled on thoroughfares from sunrise, with disorder erupting when enormous throng broke through a entrance at Nairobi's main stadium, prompting armed forces to shoot skyward.

• A pair of persons were shot dead at the stadium
• Fatalities eventually reached to 4
• Numerous people were hurt
• Police used teargas to clear countless grievers

Airport Event and Parliament Situation

Earlier in the day, thousands of supporters momentarily entered the capital's aviation hub, interrupting a ceremony where President William Ruto and dignitaries were receiving Odinga's remains with armed forces tribute.

This event prompted a temporary halt of aviation services.

Groups also occupied surrounding thoroughfares and tried to enter the government complex, where the authorities had first arranged the public viewing.

Political Heritage and Community Backing

While predominantly identified as an political challenger, Odinga became senior minister in 2008 and also established a political pact with the leader last year in a public service characterized by changing partnerships.

He generated strong loyalty among followers, notably in his ethnic group based in the nation's western region, many of whom maintain he was prevented from obtaining the presidency by election irregularities.

Countless of Odinga's mourners, who were unborn in 1991 when Kenya transitioned to a multi-party democracy, offered homage to Odinga's work as an advocate.