KDF Refutes Allegations of Meth Seizure Theft Worth Ksh. 8.2 Billion
In a statement on Tuesday, KDF clarified that a dhow carrying 1,024 kilograms of crystal meth was intercepted off the Kenyan coast
By : Mweru Mbugua
The Kenya Defence Force (KDF) has dismissed claims that some of its officers stole part of a methamphetamine shipment seized during a major multi-agency operation on October 25, 2025
In a statement on Tuesday, KDF clarified that a dhow carrying 1,024 kilograms of crystal meth was intercepted off the Kenyan coast
The operation involved the Kenya Navy, Kenya Coast Guard, and NACADA, resulting in the arrest of six Iranian nationals believed to be transporting the drugs. The consignment is valued at Ksh. 8.2 billion
Authorities acted after receiving intelligence from regional and international partners on the suspicious vessel, which had been under surveillance in the western Indian Ocean
KDF confirmed that the narcotics were offloaded and transported to shore under the supervision of a joint security unit
Reports had surfaced alleging that some KDF officers may have stolen and concealed part of the shipment for personal gain. KDF strongly refuted these claims, stating :
“The entire 1,024 kilograms of methamphetamine offloaded ashore remains intact and is under continuous, round-the-clock protection by a dedicated multi-agency security team”
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Investigations into the allegations are ongoing, and KDF affirmed that any personnel found culpable will face strict disciplinary and legal action
