Raila Junior made a poignant appearance at the 10th memorial of the late William Ole Ntimama on September 12, 2026, paying his respects to a man who shared a deep political friendship with his father, the late Raila Odinga.
Footage from the event, shared on Raila Junior’s TikTok, captured the gathering at what appeared to be a rural farm or ranch setting, with wooden fencing and dry grassland forming a fitting backdrop for the solemn occasion.
A small group of people could be seen in conversation with him before walking together towards the tent that hosted guests.
At the tent was a huge table with an animated book showcasing the biography that was being launched in honour of the Maasai leader.
Raila Junior honours a family friend
Ole Ntimama, a towering figure in Kenyan politics, was a close ally of the elder Raila Odinga.
His 10th memorial brought together those who knew him well, and the occasion also served as the platform for the official launch of his biography, celebrating his legacy and the role he played in shaping Kenya’s political landscape.
What caught many eyes was Raila Junior’s choice of headwear for the day. He arrived donning a hat widely associated with his late father, a quiet but telling tribute to the bond between the Odinga family and Ole Ntimama.
Raila Junior is the surviving son of former Prime Minister and longtime opposition leader Raila Odinga, who passed away in October 2025.
Following his father’s death, Raila Junior has increasingly stepped into public view, attending events that carry significance for the family’s legacy and political circle.
The clip quickly gained traction, with viewers drawn to both the significance of the occasion and the emotional weight of seeing Raila Junior carry a piece of his father’s memory to the memorial of another beloved figure from that generation.
Watch the memorial gathering that sparked the conversation below:
@raila.junior Touch down Narok for Mzee Ole Ntimama 10th year Memorial.#railajunior ♬ original sound – Raila Odinga Junior
