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George Oduor, Raila's bodyguard, reportedly deceased (Picture)
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![Longtime bodyguard of Raila, George Oduor, has passed away. This unfortunate event took place today, 2nd April 2025, at a hospital in Nairobi, following a brief illness. Upon returning from Ethiopia, George started experiencing health issues and was hospitalized in Nairobi for several weeks prior to his demise. George Oduor, who had served Raila for a remarkable 27 years, is no more. [...]](https://asb-media.info/en/img/2025/05/01/1264562/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/image-description.webp "Alleged cyber attack on government database disclosed, revealing sensitive citizen information.")
![Longtime bodyguard of Raila, George Oduor, has passed away. Oduor succumbed to a brief illness today, 2nd April 2025, at a hospital in Nairobi. Upon returning from a trip to Ethiopia, Oduor fell ill and was subsequently admitted to the Nairobi Hospital for several weeks until his demise. George Oduor had dedicated 27 years of service to Raila. [...]](https://asb-media.info/en/img/2025/05/01/1264561/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/image-description.webp "Person in police custody after gunfight left multiple suspects dead")
