Politicians and friends joined the family of Mama Ida Odinga as the wife of the Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga celebrated her 70th birthday on Saturday.
Mama Ida who was born on August 24, 1950 was described as wise, graceful and selfless by those who attended the her party.
It had a serious guest list of big boys and girls in kenyan politics and several were not wearing face masks despite government directives to keep social distance and wear them to stem the spread of Covid-19.
EALA member Oburu Oginga who is Odinga’s elder was also present, Wajir MP Fatuma Gedi and NGEC commissioner Priscilla Nyokabi while some leaders sent their messages via Twitter.
Wishing Dr Mama Ida a new year full of health, happiness, joy and prosperity all around. May God keep uplifting your entire family. Strong women & girl child defender. Unbelievably 70! We love you Mama. pic.twitter.com/vRA4BXgAv8
— Hon Florence Mutua, CBS (@florence_mutua) August 22, 2020
