Ida Odinga, the wife of ODM party leader Raila Odinga on August 24, 2024 celebrated her birthday in a colourful event.
The birthday ceremony that was graced by Raila Odinga also marked their wedding anniversary.
Raila had to cancel other engagements to be present during the special occasion, expressing his joy and pride.
“This is a very special occasion once again to gather here and celebrate Nyargem. I was supposed to go to some places today but I had to cancel to be here,” said Raila, referring to his wife affectionately.
“On your birthdays, I reflect profoundly on how you’ve impacted my life. Your strength, resilience, and wisdom have been the cornerstone of our family’s journey. Happy Birthday, my dear Ida,” he added.
The Saturday evening was not just about celebrating Ida’s birthday but also a time for Raila and Ida to reflect on their marriage journey together.
Speaking during the ceremony, Ida and Raila reflected on the years they’ve shared, reminiscing about the milestones they’ve achieved and the lessons they’ve learned as a couple.
“While celebrating the past, the family also looks ahead to the future with hope, excitement, and the knowledge that our journey is far from over,” read part of the message from the Odinga family.
At the same time, Ida appreciated her husband and all the guests who attended the event to celebrate her 74th birthday.
“Today is a great day for me because I have been introduced by none other than Baba, in many cases he doesn’t introduce me. Thank you to those who are here because I know you are all here for me,” Ida stated.
The event was a sign of a strong bond between Raila and Ida Odinga, and the love and respect they have for each other.
Leaders present during the birthday party include governors Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir (Mombasa), Anne Waiguru (Kirinyaga), Wavinya Ndeti (Machakos) and Gladys Wanga (Homa Bay).
Others present include Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja, Mining Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi.
