"I Can’t Believe They’ve Already Killed Me": What Raila Told Millie Odhiambo Before His Death

Before his passing, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was already aware of the shocking death rumours that had circulated on social media earlier this month.

According to Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo, the ODM leader reacted to the reports with calm, humor, and remarkable grace — traits that defined his long political journey.

Speaking during a memorial gathering, Millie revealed that Raila expressed disbelief that some Kenyans had “already buried him” online while he was receiving treatment abroad.

“Baba told me jokingly, ‘I am even surprised that there are people who have killed me in Kenya and already buried me,’” she recounted.

The audience responded with a mix of laughter and sadness, reflecting the bittersweet emotions surrounding Raila’s final days.

Earlier in October, Raila’s long absence from public appearances had sparked intense speculation about his health. 

Concerned Kenyans flooded social media with questions, prompting his wife, Ida Odinga, to reassure the nation that he was recuperating and in stable condition.

His elder brother, Oburu Odinga, later confirmed that the ODM leader was undergoing treatment in India — information that finally calmed the storm of speculation but also showed how deeply Kenyans cared about his well-being.

Millie Odhiambo, one of Raila’s most loyal allies, used her speech to condemn the spread of misinformation and to remind Kenyans about the power of compassion.

“For those who killed Baba before his time, we forgive you — but we will never forget,” she said, drawing applause from the mourners.

Her revelation painted a touching picture of a man who faced even the most painful rumours with humor and humility.

For decades, Raila Odinga — fondly known as “Baba” — endured political storms, imprisonment, and endless controversy, yet he always responded with resilience and hope for a better Kenya.

As the country continues to mourn, Millie’s account adds a deeply human layer to Raila’s story — a reminder that even in his final moments, he faced life’s cruelty with laughter and grace.