- Kikuyu gospel singer detained in the US during a gospel tour
- She was preparing for a major crossover worship event
- Detention reportedly linked to travel documentation issues
- Silence during detention caused anxiety among fans
- She was later deported and returned to Kenya quietly
A popular Kikuyu gospel singer has safely returned to Kenya just days after she was detained in the United States while preparing for a major crossover gospel event. Her quiet arrival has brought relief to her family, close friends, and fans who had been anxiously following the situation.
According to people familiar with the matter, the singer had travelled to the US for a gospel ministry tour. The visit included several church appearances and a much-anticipated crossover service meant to usher worshippers into the new year.
The event was expected to draw a large crowd, including members of the Kenyan community living abroad. However, the plans were disrupted shortly after her arrival.
Sources say the gospel artist was detained by US immigration officials soon after landing. Early reports suggested the issue was linked to her travel documents.
Immigration officers are said to have questioned whether the documents she presented matched the nature of the activities she intended to carry out during her stay. While the exact details were not made clear, the matter quickly escalated, leading to her detention.
For several days, little information was shared about her condition or legal status. This silence caused growing concern among her supporters.
Fans flooded social media with prayers, questions, and calls for clarity from her management. The lack of an official statement during this period only added to the anxiety and speculation.
After spending days in custody, US authorities reportedly decided to deport the singer back to Kenya. She arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), where she was received by close family members and a few associates.
Those who saw her at the airport said she appeared safe but visibly exhausted after the ordeal.
So far, neither the singer nor her management has publicly explained the exact reason behind her detention and deportation. US immigration authorities have also not issued any statement on the matter.
The incident has raised concerns among fellow gospel musicians, especially those who regularly travel abroad for ministry work.
