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A quartet of persons perished in Nairobi when law enforcement opened fire and employed chemical irritants to break up massive crowds at a sports arena where opposition leader Raila Odinga's remains was displayed for homage.

National Figure Remembered

Odinga, who had been a prominent player in the nation's political landscape for many years, died on that day at age 80 while undergoing healthcare in the subcontinent.

He struggled relentlessly for political pluralism, and we benefit from those liberties today because of his efforts.

Turmoil Unfolds at Stadium

Countless followers gathered on the streets from early morning, with disorder breaking out when a large crowd broke through a entrance at Nairobi's main stadium, leading to soldiers to fire in the air.

• Two individuals perished from bullets at the location
• Casualties subsequently increased to four
• Numerous persons were hurt
• Police used teargas to clear thousands mourners

Airport Event and Parliament Standoff

Previously that day, countless of supporters momentarily entered the city's air terminal, interrupting a official event where the nation's leader and dignitaries were receiving Odinga's remains with armed forces tribute.

This event led to a temporary halt of aviation services.

Assemblies also occupied nearby roads and tried to enter the government complex, where the authorities had originally scheduled the community homage.

Political Heritage and Ethnic Devotion

Though mainly known as an political challenger, Odinga became head of government in 2008 and also formed a political pact with the leader last year in a public service defined by shifting alliances.

He commanded strong loyalty among supporters, especially in his Luo community based in the country's west, many of whom contend he was deprived of the highest office by electoral fraud.

Many of Odinga's supporters, who were not living in 1991 when Kenya established itself as a multi-faction governance, expressed respect to Odinga's work as an advocate.