Orange Democratic Movement party leader Raila Odinga on Saturday night left the country for a slightly more than a week tour to London and St Petersburg.
In a statement, spokesman Dennis Onyango said Mr Odinga would address a gathering at Chatham House on Kofi Annan's legacy, in the memory of the former United Nations Secretary General.
"H.E Raila Odinga leaves the country this evening for a visit to the United Kingdom and Russia.Mr. Odinga is scheduled to speak at the Chatham House on the Legacy of the former UN Secretary General the late Dr Kofi Annan. The memorial event runs between 3rd and 4th June in London," he said.
After the United Kingdom tour, Mr Odinga will travel to Russia where he will be attending an Economic Conference at St Petersburg. He is scheduled to address sessions on global Energy Sector.
"From London, Mr. Odinga will travel to St. Petersburg, Russia for the St. Petersburg Economic Conference at the invitation of the Russian government.
"He will address sessions on global Energy Sector Challenges and Opportunities, the Russia-Africa Business Dialogue focusing on Investment and Trade and Building a Network of High-Quality Roads," added the statement.
The former Prime Minister's trip will take slightly more than a week. He's in the company of youthful Nyando MP Jared Okello. This is Raila's second worldwide tour in a span of three weeks.
"Mr. Odinga will be away for slightly over a week. He is accompanied by Nyando MP Mr. Jared Okello.Dennis Onyango June 1, 2019," Onyango said.
Before jetting out, Mr Odinga was among dignitaries attending Madaraka Day celebrations at Narok Stadium. However, he was not given a chance to address the gathering.
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