Njiru residents name road after Raila Odinga in his honour
Residents of Njiru in Kasarani Constituency have named a three-kilometre road “Raila Odinga Road” in honour of the opposition leader, recognising his long-standing fight for democracy and his contributions to the welfare of ordinary Kenyans.
The road connecting Njiru to Mwiki has been a key route for the area’s residents, and they say renaming it after Raila Odinga is a lasting tribute to a man they describe as a champion of justice and people’s rights.
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Speaking on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, Njiru Residents Association Chairman, Choke Goricha, said the decision was made out of deep respect for the Azimio leader, describing him as a unifying figure who has always stood with the people.
“Kwa sababu ya heshima ya huyo kiongozi, bila ubaguzi na vile alikuwa anashikilia wananchi, hawa wananchi wamejitokeza siku ya leo waweze kushuhudia jina yake ikiwekwa kwa hii njia,” Goricha said.
Residents who attended the unveiling ceremony said they wanted the road to serve as a symbol of remembrance for Raila’s legacy and a reminder of his contributions to Kenya’s democratic journey.
Local resident Alfred Ochudho appealed to the government to improve the condition of the road so that it stands as a befitting monument to Raila Odinga.
“Ningependa kuambia viongozi wetu, hasa gavana na rais William Samoei Ruto, atusaidie hiyo barabara itengenezwe ndio ikuwe makumbusho mzuri kwa Baba, na isaidie watu wengi wakaaji wa hapa,” Ochudho said.
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Another resident, Victor Mujukua, said naming the road was the first step, adding that plans are underway to erect a statue of Raila Odinga in Njiru as a permanent reminder of his influence and sacrifice.
“Tumeoneleea tukuwe na Barabara moja ambayo siku zote tutatukuwa. Tunafikiria nayo au tunakumbuka nayo shujaa wetu Raila Odinga, na ndio tunasema tunaomba wakaaji wote wa sehemu hii ya Kangundo Road, especially Njiru na Chokaa, tutakuwa bado na mkutano mkubwa. Tuweke statue kubwa hata kama ni Njiru ili tukuwe tunakumbuka Raila Amollo Odinga,” he stated.
