A Super Metro matatu was hijacked in Kitengela on Wednesday, causing a major disruption that brought traffic to a standstill. The incident was reportedly carried out by a group identifying as mourners of the late political leader Raila Odinga.
This event occurred against the backdrop of the sudden announcement of Odinga’s death. The former Prime Minister and ODM party leader was reported to have died in India after suffering a cardiac arrest. The news, which broke on the morning of October 15, 2025, stated that Odinga passed away during a morning walk. He was rushed to a hospital but was pronounced dead. Reports indicated that his daughter and other relatives were with him at the time.
The hijacking in Kitengela appears to be a direct, chaotic reaction to the news of his passing. The individuals involved commandeered the public service vehicle, disrupting normal transport services and creating a significant traffic jam in the area. The connection between the mourners and the act of hijacking a vehicle points to the high tensions and volatile atmosphere following the announcement.
The sudden death of a figure as prominent as Raila Odinga has sent shockwaves through the country. As a former Prime Minister and a central figure in Kenyan politics for decades, his passing marks a major national moment. The incident in Kitengela serves as an early and stark example of the public unrest that can emerge from such unexpected news.
By Newshub