Ida Odinga

"A daughter is the happy memories of the past, the joyful moments of the present, and the hope and promise of the future.""

"Education is the greatest equalizer. It is the one tool that can level the playing field for the poor and the marginalized, especially for the girl child. When you educate a woman, you have educated a whole community."

"Women must stop being their own worst enemies. We must learn to support each other, to vote for each other, and to celebrate each other's successes. There is enough room at the top for all of us."

"Being in politics as a family teaches you resilience. You learn to stand firm in the face of storms, to protect your family, and to never lose sight of your values no matter the political tides."

"Our African culture is our identity. We must not let it erode. We should teach our children their mother tongue and our traditions, for a people without a culture are like a tree without roots."

"Ida is the pillar of the Odinga family. Her strength, wisdom, and unwavering support have been a cornerstone not just for her husband but for the entire ODM party. She is a leader in her own right."

"Ida Odinga has carved her own space as a formidable advocate for social causes, seamlessly blending her role as a matriarch with her passion for education and women's empowerment. She is a quiet yet powerful force in Kenyan public life."

"Mrs. Odinga's commitment to education is not just rhetorical. Through the Ida Odinga Trust, she has personally touched the lives of countless students, providing scholarships and building classrooms. She leads by action."