Accompanied by his family, Ogeta approached the site slowly, visibly carrying the weight of years spent in service to the man he protected with unwavering dedication.
The moment was marked by silence as he stood before the resting place, his family giving him space to grieve privately.
Ogeta, known for his discipline and professionalism, appeared reflective as he bowed his head.
Their relationship, forged over years of political campaigns, tense security situations and constant movement, went far beyond duty.
In his tribute to the late Raila, Ogeta thanked Raila for years of mentorship and the deep bond they shared, one built on trust and akin to that of a father and son.
The loyalty he displayed throughout his career was evident in the quiet, deliberate way he honored the man who shaped much of his professional life.
For 18 years, Maurice Ogeta stood watch, always one step behind Raila Odinga through rallies that shook the streets, convoys that stirred the nation, and moments that defined a generation.
Raila Odinga, who died on October 15 in India while undergoing treatment, was laid to rest on October 19 at his ancestral home in Bondo after a state funeral attended by national and foreign dignitaries.
The revered opposition leader succumbed to cardiac arrest at the age of 80.
He was accorded full military honours, a state funeral and was buried with his trademark hat and flywhisk.
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