Ryan Ogam when he met the late Raila Odinga at his office
Harambee Stars forward Ryan Ogam, who was among the last people to interact with departed former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has penned a heartfelt message in his honour.
Harambee Stars striker Ryan Ogam was among the last people to meet former Prime Minister Raila Odinga before he passed away on Wednesday.
Ogam met Odinga last month just before he traveled to Austria to sign for Wolfsberger AC and he has paid glowing tribute.
To the political legend who contributed to the expansion of the democratic space in the country.
Odinga had welcomed Ogam and his parents to give the striker his blessing before he embarked on a new chapter of his career.
In Europe and little did the Harambee Stars forward know that that would be the last they would interact.
Ogam has lauded Odinga for not just contributing immensely to politics but also supporting sports with passion as witnessed .
With his constant appearances at match venues to cheer the Harambee Stars as well as Gor Mahia, who he was patron.
What Has Ogam Said About Odinga?
“ENIGMA!!,” Ogam termed Odinga on Instagram, accompanying the message with a heart emoji.
“You carried the nation’s pain with a smile and its hope with silence.
How you viewed sports shows the love and passion you had for it.
Your Legacy will live forever. RIP Rt.Hon. RAILA AMOLO ODINGA.”
Odinga will be buried at his home in Bondo in Siaya county on Sunday while Ogam will be in action on Saturday afternoon .
As Wolfsberger seek to continue their impressive run at home to SV Ried.
The 20-year-old striker made his debut for the Austrian Bundesliga side just before the international break.
Coming on as a second half substitute as Wolfsberger beat Grazer AK 3-1 away but he will be hoping to get his first start in front of home fans.
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