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Senators want the government to scrap the JKIA-Adani pact.

Ivy Irungu
Last updated: September 14, 2024 8:02 am
Ivy Irungu
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Senators have voiced strong opposition to the proposed takeover of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) by the Adani Group, labeling it a fraudulent scheme due to the company’s alleged history of corruption. The move comes after Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) workers raised concerns about their future under Adani’s management and questions arose about the status of the deal.

The Senate rejected the proposal after Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir appeared before the Senate Committee on Transport on Friday, following his dismissal on Thursday for failing to provide adequate documentation on the Adani deal. This time, Chirchir presented details of the concession agreement and Adani’s proposal to the Senate, which faced intense scrutiny.

“We are willing to give an investment of Ksh.1.3 trillion for Ksh.265 billion?” questioned Narok Senator Ledama Olekina.

Marsabit Senator Mohamed Chute added, “I wonder why the government even decided to negotiate with them.”

In response, Chirchir clarified, “It’s a proposal and not a contract. 23 million capacity, new passenger terminal. Present stage — stakeholder engagement and drafting.”

Senators expressed concerns that the privately initiated proposal by Adani to revamp and operate the airport for 30 years might be a front for siphoning funds.

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“What you are confronting us with is a concealment of fraud where a public project is being used to repatriate money that has been stolen from Kenya,” stated Busia Senator Okiyah Omtatah.

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei echoed these concerns, saying, “Pure manipulation, gamesmanship, greed, corruption, and larceny.”

After a whistleblower came forward, senators called for his protection and questioned why the negotiations were conducted in secret.

“We understand that money exchanged hands in a meeting in Dubai,” noted Kisii Senator Richard Onyoka.

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna added, “If you get a proposal, you should make it public.”

However, Chirchir argued that Adani should be given a fair chance, stating, “The terms will be the same or better.”

The committee is now seeking answers from the Director General for the Public Private Partnership, Chris Ikirigwa, and Treasury CS, John Mbadi, regarding the deal.

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