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Four people lost their lives in Kenya's capital when law enforcement discharged weapons and employed chemical irritants to scatter massive crowds at a sports arena where statesman Raila Odinga's body was lying in state.

National Leader Remembered

The statesman, who was a major force in Kenyan politics for a long period, succumbed on Wednesday at age 80 while receiving medical treatment in the Asian nation.

He fought tirelessly for multi-party democracy, and we experience those freedoms today because of his struggle.

Turmoil Erupts at Venue

Thousands followers congregated on roadways from dawn, with chaos erupting when a large crowd broke through a barrier at the capital's primary venue, prompting military personnel to shoot skyward.

• Two individuals were shot dead at the location
• Fatalities later rose to four
• Numerous individuals were hurt
• Authorities used teargas to clear countless mourners

Aviation Hub Event and Parliament Confrontation

Earlier in the day, countless of mourners momentarily entered the capital's aviation hub, interrupting a official event where the head of state and dignitaries were welcoming Odinga's corpse with military honors.

This event led to a temporary halt of flight activities.

Groups also occupied nearby roads and tried to enter the government complex, where the government had originally scheduled the public viewing.

Political Heritage and Community Support

While predominantly identified as an opposition figure, Odinga became prime minister in 2008 and also established a political pact with the leader last year in a political journey characterized by evolving coalitions.

He generated intense commitment among adherents, particularly in his Luo community based in the country's west, many of whom believe he was prevented from obtaining the highest office by electoral fraud.

Numerous of Odinga's followers, who were unborn in 1991 when Kenya became a multi-faction governance, offered homage to Odinga's efforts as an campaigner.