Merge photo of EALA MP Winnie Odinga (L) and businessman Oketch SalahConflicting accounts have emerged between EALA MP Winnie Odinga and businessman Oketch Salah regarding the late Raila Odinga’s final moments. Winnie strongly refuted the claims, insisting that Salah was neither a confidant nor part of Raila’s inner circle. Winnie added that anyone issuing unverified claims about Raila’s final moments should be subjected to evaluation by relevant authorities. He said he had intentionally avoided commenting earlier out of respect for Raila’s widow, Mama Ida Odinga. Some critics argued that both sides should exercise restraint out of respect for the family, while others insisted that truthful accounts of Raila’s final moments are important for the historical record.

Source: The Star January 28, 2026 08:55 UTC