Kisumu — Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has led a delegation of party members, the Kamba Council of Elders, and members of the religious community to Bondo to pay tribute to the late Raila Odinga, whom he described as a "fallen brother, friend, and colleague."

Speaking in Kisumu on Thursday morning, Kalonzo expressed gratitude for being in the lakeside city, where he joined locals and leaders in remembering the late opposition chief.

"I am grateful to be here in Kisumu, surrounded by my Wiper Party members, the Kamba Council of Elders and the religious community this morning. Together, we will journey to Opoda Farm and Kang'o ka Jaramogi, to pay our respects to our fallen brother, friend and colleague Rt Hon Raila Amolo Odinga," Kalonzo said.

The former Vice President is expected to join other national leaders and Azimio la Umoja coalition partners in Siaya County, where a series of memorial events are being held at Opoda Farm and Kang'o ka Jaramogi, the historic home of the late Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.

Kalonzo described Raila as a towering statesman whose contribution to Kenya's democracy and governance would never be forgotten.

"Raila Odinga stood for justice, unity, and the empowerment of every Kenyan. His spirit will continue to guide our nation as we strive to uphold the values he lived for," he added.

The Kisumu visit marks part of a broader series of national tributes being organized in honour of the longtime opposition leader, who played a central role in shaping Kenya's multiparty politics.