Geoffrey Mosiria has issued a stern warning to Nairobi motorists misusing sirens and driving privileges, following a viral incident involving journalist Larry Madowo and Kibra Member of Parliament Peter Orero.
In a video statement released on Friday, Mosiria expressed concern over the growing trend of vehicles including ambulances and government convoys using sirens to evade traffic even when no emergencies exist.
“There are some ambulances that follow the wrong side deliberately. Others do not even have sick people in them, but they use the siren to get through traffic easily,” Mosiria cautioned.
He directed traffic police officers across Nairobi to remain vigilant and ensure that only vehicles with genuine emergencies are allowed to use sirens and wrong-side lanes. “Let us all follow the rules. If you see an ambulance with a siren on, make way for it but if it stops and the occupants walk away, record its details and report it for action,” he instructed.
The directive follows a heated exchange between Madowo and MP Peter Orero, captured on video earlier in the week. In the footage, the legislator’s vehicle was seen driving on the wrong side of the road, prompting Madowo to block its path.
The altercation escalated when Orero’s driver was heard hurling insults at Madowo, dismissively telling him to “report it to Ruto.” The journalist later shared the video on social media, vowing to deliver the footage to President William Ruto personally.
Responding to the incident, Mosiria urged Madowo to hand over the evidence to his office, assuring him that it would be forwarded to the President for further action.
The Chief officer emphasized that the misuse of sirens not only undermines traffic laws but also endangers lives, calling on all motorists including government officials to uphold road discipline.
