We celebrate, not mourn! Raila Junior says as he pays tributes to his father Raila

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga Junior has mourned his late father as a steadfast Pan-Africanist and patriot who fought for the country's democracy.

He said Kenyans across the country and the world at large have mourned Raila since he died on October 15 while undergoing treatment in India. Raila Junior said they are celebrating the life of a man well lived.

"We are no longer mourning Jakom, but we are celebrating his life today as we give him a final send off," he said.

He thanked President William Ruto, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, and the government for his massive support during Raila's final journey.

"We have received support from President Ruto and the government, which has enabled us to give our father a decent send-off befitting his stature," Raila Jr said.

He lauded the staff of Raila, who took good care of him throughout his political life and as a father to his children. On her part, Winnie Odinga appreciated Ruto for standing with the family during the death of her father.

"We honour you for the support and good work to our family. The King is gone; long live the crown," she said.

Winnie also thanked Raila's staff for their commitment in their work while serving the late premier. Rosemary euologised her father as loving, who took good care of his children.

She challenged Kenyans to emulate the good deed of Raila, who championed democracy and rights of Kenyans.

President William Ruto, DP Kithure Kindiki, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and former Nigerian President Olesegun Obasanjo are attending the funeral service. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, among other leaders, are present.