Nairobi: As Kenya comes to terms with the loss of its former Prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga, the nation’s Catholic Bishops have expressed deep sorrow and respect for the man they hailed as an “illustrious statesman” whose life was devoted to justice, democracy, and the welfare of all Kenyans.

In a heartfelt message issued by the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB), the Church extended its condolences to President Dr. William Samoei Ruto, Mama Ida Odinga, and the entire Odinga family. The message, signed by Archbishop Maurice Muhatia Makumba of Kisumu, who chairs the KCCB, described Mr. Odinga as a leader of unparalleled courage and conviction who stood firm for democratic principles even in the face of personal trials.

“We join all Kenyans in mourning the loss of a courageo

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