This archive report was first published on 8 January 2020.
On January 8, 2020, the Kenyan government responded to allegations that it was frustrating Miguna Miguna's efforts to return to the country, contrary to a High Court order.
According to a statement issued by Government Spokesperson Col. Cyrus Oguna, Miguna was categorized as an unruly passenger in March 2018, following an incident at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), in which he was ejected from the country.
The government claimed that Miguna's conduct posed a threat to the Category A1 status of JKIA, which was awarded in 2017 and enhanced direct flights between Nairobi and the US.
However, the court had directed that Miguna be allowed to return to the country unconditionally, with his passport to be released to him and his national ID card or passport to be accepted as valid travel documents.
The government's approach was seen as contrary to the court order, with Miguna's lawyer, Sophia Wanuna, blasting the government for not facilitating his return.
