Prominent Figure in Trouble as Raila’s Longtime Bodyguard Reveals What He Did to the Late PM

Maurice Ogetta, the longtime bodyguard of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has opened up about his strained relationship with Makau Mutua, claiming that he has not forgiven him over events that took place during protests.

Ogetta made the remarks while discussing his years of working closely with Raila and the security challenges he faced while protecting the veteran opposition leader.

According to Ogetta, he was unhappy with Mutua for allegedly exposing communication channels used by Raila’s team during protests. He claimed that Mutua was inside Raila’s car, recording events live and capturing some of the coordination taking place.

“I don’t think I have forgiven Makau Mutua for exposing our communication channels during protests,” Ogetta said.

He further alleged that the recordings revealed activities that should have remained private within the team responsible for Raila’s movements and security.

Ogetta’s remarks have brought renewed attention to the people who worked behind the scenes during Raila’s political campaigns and public appearances. His role as a bodyguard placed him close to the former prime minister during some of the most demanding moments of his political career.

The comments also raise questions about the balance between documenting political events and protecting the security arrangements of prominent political leaders. However, Ogetta’s allegations about the recordings and their impact have not been independently established from the remarks alone.

Mutua’s response to the specific accusations was not included in the reported comments.

The discussion comes as Kenyans continue to reflect on Raila’s political legacy following his death in October 2025. His long career was marked by major political battles, mass rallies and protests that attracted national and international attention.

Ogetta’s account offers a glimpse into the tensions that could arise among people working closely with a prominent political figure.

As the debate continues, the allegations remain Ogetta’s account, and any response from Mutua would help provide further context.

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