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Four individuals were killed in Kenya's capital when security forces shot and deployed teargas to break up massive crowds at a sports arena where statesman Raila Odinga's body was on public view.

Political Figure Remembered

The politician, who remained a major force in Kenyan politics for decades, succumbed on that day at 80 years old while undergoing healthcare in India.

He campaigned vigorously for multi-party democracy, and we are enjoying those rights today because of his efforts.

Turmoil Breaks Out at Stadium

Countless followers assembled on the streets from dawn, with chaos breaking out when enormous throng broke through a gate at the city's central arena, leading to military personnel to discharge weapons upward.

• Two people perished from bullets at the venue
• Fatalities eventually reached to four
• Many people got wounded
• Authorities used teargas to clear countless mourners

Airport Disruption and Parliament Standoff

Earlier in the day, numerous of supporters temporarily invaded the city's air terminal, halting a formal proceeding where President William Ruto and government representatives were receiving Odinga's remains with armed forces tribute.

This event prompted a brief stoppage of aviation services.

Assemblies also overwhelmed nearby roads and tried to enter parliament, where the authorities had first arranged the open visitation.

Political Heritage and Community Support

While predominantly identified as an opposition figure, Odinga became head of government in 2008 and also established a agreement with the leader last year in a public service characterized by changing partnerships.

He commanded intense commitment among adherents, particularly in his cultural background based in the country's west, many of whom believe he was prevented from obtaining the presidency by election irregularities.

Numerous of Odinga's supporters, who were not living in 1991 when Kenya became a multi-party democracy, expressed respect to Odinga's contributions as an advocate.