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Four people were killed in Nairobi when law enforcement shot and used teargas to scatter massive crowds at a sports arena where political figure Raila Odinga's body was displayed for homage.

Political Figure Honored

The statesman, who had been a significant presence in Kenyan politics for decades, died on that day at eight decades while in hospital care in India.

He struggled relentlessly for democratic systems, and we are enjoying those freedoms today because of his struggle.

Chaos Erupts at Arena

Thousands followers congregated on the streets from dawn, with mayhem breaking out when a large crowd forced open a barrier at the capital's primary venue, leading to soldiers to shoot skyward.

• Two people perished from bullets at the stadium
• Casualties subsequently increased to four people
• Numerous people sustained injuries
• Law enforcement employed irritants to clear countless mourners

Airport Disruption and Parliament Standoff

Earlier in the day, numerous of mourners momentarily entered the capital's aviation hub, halting a official event where the nation's leader and dignitaries were receiving Odinga's remains with formal recognition.

This event prompted a brief stoppage of airport operations.

Crowds also occupied adjacent streets and tried to enter the government complex, where the government had first arranged the open visitation.

National Heritage and Ethnic Devotion

Though mainly known as an political challenger, Odinga became head of government in 2008 and also established a alliance with the leader last year in a political journey marked by changing partnerships.

He inspired intense commitment among followers, notably in his cultural background based in the country's west, many of whom contend he was denied the presidency by election irregularities.

Numerous of Odinga's followers, who were unborn in 1991 when Kenya transitioned to a pluralistic political system, expressed respect to Odinga's efforts as an advocate.