Nasra Yusuf says she has not accepted Raila Odinga’s death
By Paulette Mboga, January 28, 2026Comedian Nasra Yusuff has said she has not accepted the death of Raila Odinga and remains in denial.
She shared a short but emotional message on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, mourning the late former prime minister.
“Rest in power, Jakom,” Nasra said, adding, “Ni hawa wamemove on, Mm bado Niko in denial.”
Her words reflect the pain many Kenyans continue to feel months after Raila Odinga’s death. Nasra openly admits that while others may have moved on, she is still struggling to come to terms with the loss. Her message shows how deeply Raila’s death affected those who admired him.
Nasra’s statement comes at a time when Raila Odinga’s name continues to dominate public discussion. His death left a lasting mark across the country, and many people still speak about him with emotion.
“Mm bado Niko in denial,” Nasra repeated, underlining her personal grief.
Raila Odinga’s death
Raila Odinga’s death touched many across Kenya, making Nasra’s reaction understandable. In 2025, Raila was one of the most searched names on Google, showing how much attention and interest he continued to attract even after his passing.
Google released its 2025 Year in Search for Kenya, highlighting the people and events that captured national curiosity. The data showed that Kenyans searched Raila Odinga’s name more than many other topics during the year. This reflected the deep national interest in the veteran politician.
According to the leading news searches released on Thursday, December 4, 2025, Raila Odinga topped the list. The searches followed his death on October 15, 2025, while he was receiving treatment in India. His passing marked a significant moment in the country’s history.
Raila Amolo Odinga was the Orange Democratic Movement party leader and a former Prime Minister. He died at the age of 80. His long political career was defined by resilience, sacrifice, and a strong pursuit of justice, values that many Kenyans continue to associate with him.
President William Ruto confirmed Raila’s death in a televised address from State House on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. He announced seven days of national mourning and said Raila would be accorded a state funeral. The announcement recognised Raila’s contribution to the Republic of Kenya.