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February 26, 2026
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Suspected Russian military recruiter arrested in Moyale while fleeing DCI

Suspected Russian military recruiter arrested in Moyale while fleeing DCI

Omwamba was fleeing after arriving from Russia...

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A 33-year-old man, Festus Arasa Omwamba, accused of recruiting Kenyans to fight for Russia in its invasion of Ukraine, has been arrested in Moyale while attempting to flee.

  • Allegedly recruited 1,000 Kenyans to fight for Russia.
  • Key persons/organizations: Festus Arasa Omwamba, National Intelligence Service.
  • He was apprehended in Moyale while reportedly fleeing after arriving from Russia.

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