The remains of Raila Odinga, Kenya’s former Prime Minister, were repatriated to his homeland following his passing in India on Wednesday. Odinga, a prominent political figure, was met with an outpouring of grief as thousands of mourners assembled at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to pay their respects. The solemn procession accompanying his body to Kasarani Stadium, however, was marred by chaos when police resorted to firing tear gas to disperse the massive crowd and maintain order. The incident has sparked mixed reactions, with some criticizing the use of force during a period of national mourning, while others acknowledged the challenges of managing such large gatherings. Odinga’s death marks the end of an era in Kenyan politics, as he was a key player in the country’s democratic evolution and a symbol of opposition leadership.