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Four individuals were killed in Nairobi when law enforcement shot and employed chemical irritants to scatter massive crowds at a venue where statesman Raila Odinga's body was lying in state.

Political Leader Honored

The politician, who remained a prominent player in the country's governance for decades, succumbed on Wednesday at eight decades while undergoing healthcare in India.

He fought tirelessly for political pluralism, and we are enjoying those rights today because of his struggle.

Turmoil Breaks Out at Arena

Numerous supporters gathered on the streets from dawn, with mayhem erupting when a large crowd breached a entrance at the capital's primary venue, prompting armed forces to shoot skyward.

• Two people were shot dead at the location
• Death toll eventually reached to four people
• Many persons were hurt
• Authorities deployed chemical agents to disperse countless grievers

Airport Incident and Government Building Confrontation

Earlier in the day, numerous of mourners momentarily entered the city's air terminal, halting a formal proceeding where the nation's leader and dignitaries were welcoming Odinga's corpse with armed forces tribute.

This incident led to a brief stoppage of airport operations.

Crowds also flooded adjacent streets and attempted to breach the government complex, where the authorities had initially planned the community homage.

National Impact and Ethnic Backing

While predominantly identified as an opposition figure, Odinga assumed the role of senior minister in 2008 and also formed a alliance with the president last year in a public service marked by shifting alliances.

He commanded passionate devotion among adherents, especially in his cultural background based in the country's west, many of whom believe he was denied the highest office by election irregularities.

Many of Odinga's followers, who were unborn in 1991 when Kenya transitioned to a pluralistic political system, offered homage to Odinga's contributions as an advocate.