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Originally published by Kenyanstop
April 23, 2026
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Nairobi Court Clears Extradition of Wanted Afghan Politician to the U.S.
The Afghan national had challenged an extradition request issued by the U.S. government, alleging political targeting...
✨ Key Highlights
The High Court in Nairobi has upheld the extradition of an Afghan national, Abdul Zahir Qadeer, to the United States to face drug-related charges, dismissing his appeal.
- The extradition is valid despite the absence of a bilateral treaty between Kenya and the U.S., citing the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances.
- The key figure is Abdul Zahir Qadeer, a politician and former Member of the National Assembly of Afghanistan.
- The ruling was issued on April 22, allowing for Qadeer's transfer to the U.S. to face charges of conspiracy and firearms-related offences.
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