Canadian National Pleads Not Guilty to Terrorism Charges Following Nairobi Mosque Attack
A 32-year-old Canadian man has pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges in Kenya after allegedly launching a machete attack on a mosque in Nairobi earlier this year.
Mohamed Mohamed, also known as Mohamed Abdul Mohamed, appeared before the Kahawa Law Courts on April 2, 2026. He faces nine terrorism-related charges, including assault causing actual bodily harm, following a violent incident on February 28, 2026, at the Masjid Westlands mosque.
According to details provided by Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the suspect entered the mosque while posing as a worshipper. Once inside, he allegedly locked the main doors to prevent escape before attacking congregants with a machete. The assault left five people injured, all of whom were transported to a hospital for medical treatment. Authorities confirmed that the suspect was arrested and the weapon used in the attack was recovered.
The case highlights the persistent security vulnerabilities of religious institutions in East Africa and the complexities involved in prosecuting foreign nationals for terror-related crimes.
Mohamed is currently detained at the Kamiti Maximum Security Prison. He is expected to return to court later in April 2026 for a pre-bail report.
