Adani Whistleblower Unveils Startling New Details in JKIA Takeover Deal
In a dramatic twist to the proposed takeover of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) by India’s Adani Group, whistleblower Nelson Amenya has unveiled alarming new details about the deal.
According to Amenya, Adani is aiming to have the airport’s title deed transferred under its name for the full duration of the 30-year agreement, raising significant concerns about the deal’s implications.
During an interview with KTN News, Amenya disclosed that the revelations have come at a personal cost. “I have been warned by international journalists that Adani would use various means to silence me,” he stated. He added that he has faced online attacks and threats, particularly from Indian bloggers, since disclosing the contract’s details.
The proposed deal, which involves Adani investing Ksh260 billion into expanding JKIA, has been met with criticism due to its potentially severe financial implications for Kenyan taxpayers.
Amenya revealed that the contract contains clauses that could obligate the government to compensate Adani if any disruptions such as protests or parliamentary actions affect the project. These compensations could cover lost returns, investment costs, and even termination fees under the guise of “Material Adverse Government Actions.”
Amenya’s concerns intensified when the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) informed him that his company was under investigation for alleged cryptocurrency fraud, a claim he vehemently denies. “This is nothing but an attempt to intimidate me. My company has never been involved in cryptocurrency,” Amenya asserted.
The whistleblower further exposed that Adani’s demands extend beyond financial control. “They want sole control over JKIA for 30 years and even beyond. They plan to own 18 percent of the airport indefinitely after the lease expires,” Amenya revealed.
Additionally, Adani is reportedly seeking the right to adjust airport fees, negotiate worker contracts, and block the development of other airports in Kenya, effectively monopolizing the aviation sector.
Amenya also disclosed that Adani intends to use JKIA’s title deed as collateral for loans, which could jeopardize the airport’s financial stability. The company has requested tax exemptions and control over the hiring and firing of airport staff, indicating their desire for extensive leverage over Kenya’s aviation infrastructure. “This deal is designed to benefit Adani at Kenya’s expense,” Amenya warned.
He criticized the lack of transparency, noting that the revenue from the project would be routed through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) based in Abu Dhabi before reaching India, which he argued adds to the suspicion.
The contract threatens to undermine Kenya’s Vision 2030, which aims to develop the country’s infrastructure to drive economic growth. With Adani holding exclusive rights over JKIA, Kenya could have limited influence over the airport’s future and competition from other airports.
In response, Isaac Mwaura, the government spokesperson, confirmed that Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) received a Privately Initiated Proposal (PIP) from Adani Airport Holdings in March 2024.
However, he emphasized that no agreement has been finalized. “The proposal is undergoing due process, including consultations with stakeholders and government approval. No terms have been agreed upon,” Mwaura asserted. He reassured the public that “JKIA is a Strategic National Asset and is not for sale.”
skynews.co.ke could not independently verify the claims, but the government has pledged to submit all relevant documents related to the deal to court.
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Adani Whistleblower Unveils Startling New Details in JKIA Takeover Deal
