Final journey for a legend
Owalo, Deputy Chief of Staff in the Executive Office of the President, acknowledged the concerns raised by the legends and assured them that the government would provide a dignified send-off for Oduor.
He expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Sports under CS Kipchumba Murkomen for stepping in to support the funeral arrangements.
Owalo announced that Oduor's body would be collected from Aga Khan Hospital on Friday, followed by a funeral service at Catholic Milimani Church before being displayed for public viewing.
It will then be transported to his rural home in Makunga Village, Navakholo constituency, Kakamega County, for a final farewell on November 9.
"Everything has been arranged. The funeral service is set, and we are committed to ensuring Oduor's family receives all the support needed," said Owalo.
"The government will stand with the family and honor this legend for his remarkable contributions to Kenyan football."
Gor Mahia Chairman Ambrose Rachier and Kakamega Homeboyz Chairman Cleophas Shimanyula, both members of the burial committee, echoed Owalo's sentiments, highlighting the importance of recognizing legends like Oduor, not only in their passing but throughout their lives.
As Kenya prepares to bid farewell to one of its greatest football icons, the plea from his peers serves as a reminder of the enduring contributions made by these veterans - heroes who, despite their glory days on the field, continue to advocate for a more inclusive and supportive legacy for future generations in Kenyan football.
Owalo was accompanied by Gor Mahia FC Chairman Ambrose Rachier; Kakamega Homeboys Chairman Cleopa Simanyula; and a host of Kenyan Soccer Legends.
These legends included John "Bobby" Ogolla; Washington Muhanji; Aggrey Lukoye; Nahashon Oluoch "Lule"; Leonard Khayota; David Ochieng "Kamoga", Peter Dawo; Dennis Munyendo; James Goro Oronge; Ben Musuku; George Onyango " Fundi"; Dan Musuku;Tobias Ocholla "Jua Kali"; Maurice Khayota; Isaih Omondi "Janabi";Maurice Ouma "Ole Tunda";and Micke Otieno.