A Tanzanian truck driver and a Kenyan national have been charged in Mombasa after they were allegedly found trafficking cannabis worth more than Sh10 million.
Paul Ogolla Ogutu alias Ogola and Emmanuel Ndoro Chaka alias Ndoro appeared before Mombasa Resident Magistrate Jamlick Muriithi Mwenda, where they denied charges of trafficking narcotic drugs.
The court heard that on June 19, 2026, the two accused persons, jointly with others not before the court, trafficked 333.35 kilograms of cannabis valued at Sh10,000,500 in the Mariakani area of Kaloleni Sub-County, Kilifi County.
According to the prosecution, anti-narcotics detectives intercepted a white FAW JH5 truck, registration number KDL 220P, towing trailer ZE 6680 and carrying container MSMU 6177520. A search of the vehicle reportedly led to the recovery of nine sacks containing dry plant material suspected to be cannabis sativa.
Investigations established that the seized substance weighed 333.35 kilograms and had an estimated street value exceeding Sh10 million. The exhibits were documented and forwarded to the Government Chemist for analysis.
Prosecution Counsel Martin Mbote opposed the release of the accused on bond, arguing that there were compelling reasons to deny bail, including the risk of absconding due to cross-border links and ongoing investigations.
The prosecution further told the court that releasing the suspects could interfere with key investigative processes.
The court directed that the case be mentioned on July 2, 2026, for a pre-bail report and pre-trial directions as the matter proceeds.
