John Jomo Kenyatta, the son of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, has taken an urgent legal stand against the government's decision to withdraw his firearm license.

In a move to protect his rights, Jomo has filed an application before the Milimani Law Courts, seeking intervention to prevent the state from revoking his license without following the proper procedures outlined in the Firearms Act.

According to the court documents presented by Counsel Fred Ngatia on Jomo's behalf, the decision to withdraw the firearm license is alleged to be a violation of section 5 (8) of the Firearms Act.

Jomo claims that he was not informed of the reasons for the intended revocation, despite having a valid license.

When officers demanded the surrender of his firearms on July 21, no explanation was given, leaving him in the dark about the situation.

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"The grounds upon which a firearm license can be revoked are provided in section 5(7) of the Firearms Act, which when read with section 7 (2) (a) (v) of the fair administrative action act, cannot be invoked without being afforded an opportunity to be heard," Jomo asserted in his court documents.

Expressing concern about potential strong-arm tactics that may be employed, Jomo implored the court to intervene in the matter to safeguard his constitutional rights.

The urgency of the application lies in the fact that his license remains valid until April 27, 2024, and he fears that any delay in addressing the issue could lead to further violations of his rights.

The court is yet to hear the case, and until then, the matter remains unresolved.

In a related development, Interior CS Kithure Kindiki disclosed on Friday that a significant number of firearms, including those suspected to have been used in illegal activities, were seized from three homes in Karen, Nairobi, during a targeted operation.

The operation was launched in response to the discovery that weapons used in demonstrations were supplied by civilian gun holders.

In light of the situation, former President Uhuru has stepped forward to defend his family against what he perceives as an attack by the state.

He has openly challenged the authorities to confront him directly instead of targeting his family members.

With a resolute determination, Uhuru vowed to protect his family, no matter the cost.

The court's decision on Jomo's application is awaited with anticipation, as it could have significant implications for the rights of firearm license holders in Kenya.

The case raises questions about due process and the need for transparency when revoking such licenses, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the provisions of the Firearms Act.

As the legal battle unfolds, the nation watches keenly to see how justice will be served in this contentious matter.