“I Can’t Keep Quiet Anymore” Mosiria Exposes What Really Happened Before Eastleigh Building Caved-in

Nairobi County Chief Officer for Environment Geoffrey Mosiria has raised serious concerns over alleged corruption at City Hall following the recent building collapse in Eastleigh, Nairobi.

In a video statement circulating online, Mosiria expressed sympathy for families affected by the tragedy and called for successful rescue operations for those still trapped beneath the rubble. He also questioned the role of county officials in the approval of construction projects across the city.

Mosiria argued that the problem goes beyond individual developers, claiming that corruption within the county government has contributed to the collapse of buildings in Nairobi.

According to him, developers face demands for huge bribes before receiving approval to construct buildings. He alleged that Kenyan developers are asked to pay between KSh50 million and KSh70 million, while foreign developers are reportedly required to pay between KSh90 million and KSh100 million.

The county official claimed that such demands leave developers with limited resources to complete their projects. He argued that some are then forced to use substandard construction materials in an attempt to recover their investments.

Mosiria appealed to President William Ruto to intervene in Nairobi’s affairs, suggesting that an administrative arrangement similar to the Nairobi Metropolitan Services could help address the challenges facing the capital.

He questioned how many more lives would be lost before the country’s leadership takes action, citing previous building incidents in South C and Karen. He also warned that other buildings could be at risk, including structures that are already occupied.

The chief officer further alleged that there were plans being made against him at a city hotel. He maintained that his remarks were driven by concern for public safety rather than personal differences with the county leadership.

Mosiria also announced plans to convene a meeting with Nairobi developers to establish a new framework for construction approvals from 2027.

He said developers should not be required to pay bribes to obtain construction permits, insisting that compliance with planning laws and building regulations should be the main requirement.

The official called for urgent reforms at City Hall, arguing that the construction approval process must be transparent and accountable.

His remarks have renewed public attention on the safety of buildings in Nairobi and the responsibility of county authorities to ensure that construction projects meet the required standards.

The allegations come as rescue efforts and investigations into the Eastleigh building collapse continue, with questions emerging over the enforcement of building regulations and the accountability of those responsible for approving construction projects.

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