A man accused of orchestrating a multi-million shilling visa scam is facing fraud charges at the Milimani Magistrates Court.
Key Testimony in Court
During a Wednesday hearing, Bonventure Aradi, a director at Golden Key Travel Consultants Limited, testified before Magistrate Paul Mutai.
Aradi told the court that the company engaged Brian Reeves Obare in good faith, believing he had the capacity to facilitate Canadian visas.
Millions Transferred
According to the testimony, Golden Key allegedly collected funds from clients seeking visa services and forwarded more than KSh51 million to Obare through official company channels.
Aradi said multiple employees were involved in the process, insisting the company operated transparently.
Failed Visa Applications
The court heard that none of the visa applications were successful. Some clients were reportedly denied boarding, arrested, or turned back during transit after their travel documents were found to be invalid.
Golden Key is said to have refunded over KSh34 million to affected clients, while others were assisted to travel to alternative destinations in Europe.
Allegations of Impersonation
Prosecutors further allege that Obare posed as a Canadian consulate official to gain trust.
Upon his arrest, investigators reportedly recovered additional identification documents, including a suspected fake Seychelles ID and an expatriate employee card bearing his name.
High Court Intervention
In related proceedings at the High Court of Kenya, a judge faulted a lower court’s decision to release items seized during Obare’s arrest, terming the move premature and procedurally flawed.
Ongoing Case
The case continues as authorities intensify efforts to crack down on visa fraud schemes that have left many Kenyans counting losses.
The outcome is expected to shed more light on the alleged network behind the scam and determine accountability for the millions lost.
