A Nigerian national held for two years over alleged involvement in an international drug trafficking syndicate has been denied bail for a second time.
High Court Justice D. Kavedza dismissed a revision application, upholding the lower court’s decision to keep Ojukwu Agwu, alias Pastor, in custody.
The court said he poses a flight risk due to unverified residence in Kenya and alleged attempt to flee during arrest. He faces charges including operating a clandestine meth lab, possession of precursor chemicals, money laundering, illegal stay and conspiracy.
Prosecutors allege he masterminded a Namanga methamphetamine laboratory linked to Mexican cartels and other international networks.
He was arrested at JKIA on October 3, 2024 while attempting to board a flight to Nigeria after a stop order. Authorities recovered documents including construction plans and land title deeds linked to the alleged facility.
