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Four individuals were killed in the capital city when law enforcement opened fire and employed chemical irritants to disperse huge gatherings at a venue where political figure Raila Odinga's corpse was lying in state.

National Figure Mourned

The statesman, who was a major force in Kenyan politics for a long period, passed away on Wednesday at eight decades while receiving medical treatment in the Asian nation.

He struggled relentlessly for democratic systems, and we are enjoying those freedoms today because of his struggle.

Turmoil Erupts at Venue

Thousands supporters congregated on the streets from sunrise, with mayhem occurring when massive group broke through a gate at the capital's primary venue, leading to soldiers to shoot skyward.

• Two people lost their lives to gunfire at the stadium
• Death toll eventually reached to 4
• Many people got wounded
• Law enforcement used teargas to clear numerous attendees

Airport Incident and Parliament Confrontation

Earlier in the day, numerous of supporters briefly stormed the capital's aviation hub, disrupting a formal proceeding where the head of state and other officials were receiving Odinga's remains with military honors.

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

Crowds also overwhelmed adjacent streets and tried to enter parliament, where the authorities had first arranged the open visitation.

National Legacy and Community Backing

Though mainly known as an opposition figure, Odinga became head of government in 2008 and also struck a agreement with the president last year in a career defined by changing partnerships.

He commanded passionate devotion among followers, especially in his ethnic group based in the nation's western region, many of whom contend he was prevented from obtaining the highest office by vote manipulation.

Many of Odinga's followers, who were not yet born in 1991 when Kenya became a pluralistic political system, offered homage to Odinga's contributions as an advocate.