Jaramogi Oginga Odinga
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga was a prominent Kenyan politician and the first Vice President of Kenya, known for his role in the country's struggle for independence and his advocacy for democracy. He was a key figure in the formation of the Kenya African National Union (KANU) and later led the Kenya People's Union, becoming a significant voice for the Luo community and a champion of social justice. His legacy continues through his son, Raila Odinga, who carries on the family's political influence.
Born on Jan 01, 1911 (114 years old)
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Kenya:
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga is listed among those who had traits similar to Raila but did not develop a cult-like following.
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Kenya:
Jaramogi, like his son Raila, deserved a State funeral and recognition.
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Kenya:
Oburu Odinga walked in their late father Jaramogi Oginga Odinga’s shadow.
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Kenya:
It felt as if Kenya had been thrust back to 2007-8, or even further back, to the unfortunate passing of such heroes as Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.
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Tanzania:
The Odingas followed the same traditions that had been performed when their patriarch, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, was laid to rest.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga Junior now assumes the traditional responsibility of overseeing the Odinga homestead, continuing a generational legacy that began with his grandfather, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.
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Kenya:
His father, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, would become one of the country’s independence heroes and its first Vice President.
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Tanzania:
Raila Odinga's ideas on devolution were influenced by his father, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga's federalist dreams.
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Kenya:
Jaramogi lost the 1992 presidential race but enhanced his cooperation with the Kanu government.
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Kenya:
Jaramogi lost the 1992 presidential race but enhanced his cooperation with the Kanu government.
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