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October 16, 2025
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JKIA operations suspended amid chaos after Raila’s body arrived from India

JKIA operations suspended amid chaos after Raila’s body arrived from India

Crowds of the former Prime Minister’s supporters filled up Kenya’s main airport, including the airside, the area beyond security checkpoints used for all aircraft operations, which is normally tightly.....

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Operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) were suspended on Thursday after the arrival of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s body from India led to chaos and security breaches. Supporters overwhelmed security personnel, gaining access to restricted areas like the airside and taxiways, causing flight delays and a temporary closure of the airport.

  • Airport operations suspended for a precautionary two hours due to a "security situation."
  • Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) cited "large number of mourners" in restricted areas.
  • Gen. Charles Kahariri, Chief of Defence Forces, was seen trying to calm the crowds.

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