Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested comedian Eric Omondi at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
In a statement on Friday, June 5, DCI said Omondi was arrested in connection with offences committed under the guise of the recent fuel-related protests in Nairobi.
The investigative agency noted that Omondi is currently recording his statement at the Nairobi Region DCI Headquarters as he is being processed for arraignment.
“The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirms the arrest of Erick Omondi today, 5th June 2026, at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
“Following credible intelligence, detectives from DCI Central, working jointly with CRIB Nairobi Region, arrested the suspect in connection with offences committed under the guise of the recent fuel-related protests in Nairobi,” DCI said.
The agency mentioned that Omondi’s arrest follows ongoing investigations in which several other suspects linked to the same incidents were previously arrested and subsequently arraigned in court on 18th May 2026.
DCI emphasised that any criminal acts committed under the guise of protests, demonstrations, or civic action will be investigated and dealt with firmly in accordance with the law.
“The DCI will not hesitate to take decisive action against anyone involved in such offences. No matter where you hide, the long arm of the law will catch up with you,” DCI added.
On May 18, Omondi stormed the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) with a lorry loaded with several yellow jerricans, which he offloaded on the streets in protests against high fuel prices.
The renowned comedian linked the empty containers to the daily struggles of many Kenyans, saying the current economic situation had left many households drained.
