On Friday, September 26, 2025, two Somali minors were taken into custody after allegedly mishandling the Kenyan flag during a Kenya Police vs. Mogadishu City Club football match at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya.
The youths are also facing charges for being in the country without valid documentation. The court has directed that the minors remain in custody at the Gigiri Children’s Protection Unit until Wednesday, pending further investigations and legal proceedings.
The incident reportedly occurred during a high-tension football match attended by hundreds of fans, when the minors were seen mishandling the national flag.
Their actions sparked outrage among spectators, some of whom recorded the incident on mobile devices, amplifying the controversy on social media.
Authorities moved swiftly to detain the two youths, emphasising the seriousness of disrespecting national symbols under Kenyan law.
Legal officials confirmed that the minors would be held at the Gigiri Children’s Protection Unit, where they will receive appropriate care and supervision until their next court appearance.
The case highlights the intersection of national security, immigration regulations, and youth conduct in public spaces. Authorities are working to verify the identities of the minors and assess the circumstances that led to their presence in Kenya without proper documentation.
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