Raila Odinga’s elder brother Oburu publicly talked about his death revealing how he wishes to die.
The 79-year-old Siaya Senator spoke about his death at Ndiru Village in Homa Bay Town constituency during the burial of Stanley Aluma, father of Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma.
According to Aluma’s family, Kaluma’s father died after a battle with diabetes.
He was pronounced dead on October 4, 2022, after he collapsed during his normal daily activities.
Oburu said the deceased was his was his childhood friend and that they both spent memorable moments together.
The Siaya Senator further disclosed that he also suffers from the same disease as his late friend, stating that he knows of the health challenges that come with diabetes.
Oburu has been struggling to walk especially when attending political gatherings. He has an aide who assists him when he moves up and down the stairs.
He said he would not wish to be bothersome to his family members as he approaches his death.
“Getting to a point where you have to be helped to get to the toilet when sick is something I wish will not happen to men. Reaching such stages adds burden to family members,” Oburu said.
The Siaya Senator further stated how he wishes his death could be, noting that he does not wish to have a painful death where he struggles to stay alive.
The 79-year-old said he wishes his death will be one that comes as a surprise to his family members.
“Death is painful to the bereaved family. But I wish for one that is less painful to me. The best death is one where you do not have to struggle. It is what I am wishing for,” Oburu said.
