Maurice Ogeta, former bodyguard of late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, described two close calls during his time in service. Ogeta recalled instances where Raila nearly faced physical harm. On one occasion, Raila was close to being slapped by drivers. Ogeta intervened to prevent the incident.
Ogeta also shared a moment during a protest where he suspected a group of visitors. He planned to misdirect their attention to allow Raila to leave the location unnoticed. The situation was tense but resolved without harm.
During the 2023 protests, Ogeta noted security vulnerabilities. He explained how a livestream by Makau Mutua exposed security strategies. Ogeta described hiding Raila during an attack on a pipeline. The incident highlighted risks to public figures during unrest.
Ogeta’s accounts provide insight into the challenges of protecting political leaders. His experiences underscore the dangers faced during protests and the need for robust security measures. The incidents remain part of the broader narrative of political tensions in the region.
