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Four people lost their lives in Kenya's capital when armed personnel discharged weapons and used teargas to disperse massive crowds at a stadium where statesman Raila Odinga's remains was displayed for homage.

National Figure Honored

The politician, who had been a major force in the country's governance for many years, succumbed on midweek at eight decades while undergoing healthcare in the Asian nation.

He fought tirelessly for political pluralism, and we are enjoying those freedoms today because of his efforts.

Turmoil Erupts at Venue

Countless devotees congregated on thoroughfares from sunrise, with chaos erupting when a large crowd breached a gate at the city's central arena, prompting soldiers to shoot skyward.

• Two people were shot dead at the venue
• Death toll later rose to four people
• Numerous persons got wounded
• Police employed irritants to scatter thousands grievers

Aviation Hub Incident and Parliament Situation

During the morning, numerous of supporters briefly stormed the capital's aviation hub, halting a ceremony where the head of state and other officials were welcoming Odinga's remains with military honors.

This situation led to a two-hour suspension of flight activities.

Assemblies also flooded surrounding thoroughfares and tried to enter the legislative building, where the authorities had originally scheduled the open visitation.

Political Heritage and Community Devotion

Though mainly known as an political challenger, Odinga assumed the role of senior minister in 2008 and also struck a alliance with the leader last year in a career characterized by shifting alliances.

He commanded intense commitment among supporters, especially in his ethnic group based in the country's west, many of whom believe he was denied the nation's leadership by vote manipulation.

Many of Odinga's supporters, who were not living in 1991 when Kenya became a multi-party democracy, paid tribute to Odinga's efforts as an campaigner.