Sakaja explains why he wants Eastleigh Airbase relocated

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has called for a review of restrictions around a military installation in the Eastleigh area, arguing that the growing population living nearby could pose a security risk in the event of an attack.Appearing before the Roads and Construction Committee on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, Sakaja said the presence of a densely populated informal settlement near the military facility could complicate security operations, describing residents as a potential “human shield” around the installation.