As Kenyans continue to mourn the death of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga, details have emerged linking his passing to a prophecy allegedly issued by Nigerian cleric Primate Elijah Ayodele in December 2024.
The prominent prophet is reported to have foretold the death of a well-known Kenyan politician in his 2025 prophecies.
The prophecy, contained in a 90-page document unveiled on December 22, 2024, reportedly highlighted political and social developments expected across various countries, including Kenya.
Additionally, it contained warnings to presidents, legislators, and key institutions around the world.
In the section addressing Kenya, Primate Ayodele warned of rising political tensions, economic challenges, and the possibility of unrest. He further urged Kenyans to pray against the death of a prominent politician, saying he foresaw the country’s flag flying at half-mast.
''Kenya: The President will take some steps that will boomerang, which can cause another unrest in the country. The President will borrow funds. The youth will go on a protest against the policies of the President. Honourable members in Kenya will escape attacks and assassinations. There will be climatic problems in Kenya,'' the prophecy read in part.
Adding that: ''Opposition will rise against the President. Two governors will face impeachment. The sincere efforts of the President will be frustrated. Pray against the death of a prominent politician in Kenya, as I foresee that the country will fly his flag at half mast.''
Raila, Kenya’s former Prime Minister and long-serving opposition figure, died at the age of 80 while receiving treatment in India on Wednesday.
The prophet, who has in the past been subject to social media debates based on his prophecies, in 2022, predicted President William Ruto's victory against the then-opposition leader, Raila.
"Without rigging, William Ruto will become Kenya's next president and will make the country better for the people. Of paramount importance is that he should employ a new strategy and work more on Mount Kenya, the youth and women," he stated.
In September this year, the cleric advised DCP leader, Rigathi Gachagua, to support whichever candidate the Gen Z generation chooses in the 2027 elections and drop his own presidential ambitions.
In a statement, the man of the cloak, who is also the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, noted that only Gen Zs would be able to unseat Ruto, urging Gachagua to direct his resources towards candidates supported by Gen Zs.
Earlier in May this year, he issued yet another prophecy: that Ruto’s political fortunes are waning and his 2027 re-election bid is under threat.
He warned that Ruto may not secure victory in the upcoming presidential election, citing the removal of former Deputy President Gachagua as a turning point.
