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Four people lost their lives in Kenya's capital when law enforcement shot and employed chemical irritants to break up huge gatherings at a sports arena where statesman Raila Odinga's body was lying in state.

National Leader Remembered

Odinga, who had been a major force in the country's governance for a long period, succumbed on Wednesday at eight decades while receiving medical treatment in the subcontinent.

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

Turmoil Erupts at Venue

Thousands followers congregated on roadways from dawn, with chaos occurring when enormous throng forced open a gate at the capital's primary venue, leading to military personnel to fire in the air.

• Two people lost their lives to gunfire at the venue
• Death toll eventually reached to 4
• Scores of people were hurt
• Authorities employed irritants to disperse numerous mourners

Airport Event and Government Building Situation

During the morning, numerous of supporters momentarily entered the capital's aviation hub, disrupting a official event where the nation's leader and other officials were welcoming Odinga's remains with military honors.

This event led to a temporary halt of airport operations.

Groups also flooded nearby roads and attempted to breach the government complex, where the government had first arranged the open visitation.

National Heritage and Ethnic Backing

While predominantly identified as an government critic, Odinga assumed the role of prime minister in 2008 and also established a agreement with Ruto last year in a political journey marked by evolving coalitions.

He generated strong loyalty among supporters, particularly in his ethnic group based in the country's west, many of whom believe he was denied the highest office by election irregularities.

Countless of Odinga's supporters, who were not yet born in 1991 when Kenya became a multi-faction governance, expressed respect to Odinga's contributions as an activist.