A Nairobi court has fined Kibra Member of Parliament Peter Orero’s driver, George Oduor, Ksh100,000 after he pleaded guilty to dangerous overtaking and obstructing traffic along a busy city road.
Oduor appeared before the Milimani Traffic Court following an incident that went viral on social media, showing him blocking other motorists in the middle of the road. The footage sparked widespread criticism online, with many Kenyans condemning the reckless behaviour often displayed by drivers of high-profile individuals.
When the charges were read out, Oduor admitted to the offence and pleaded for leniency, telling the court that he was in a hurry to drop a passenger at the airport. He expressed remorse for his actions, assuring the court that he would not repeat the offence.
“I am sorry, Your Honour. I was in a hurry to drop someone at the airport and I will not repeat the offence,” Oduor said in his plea for forgiveness.
The magistrate, however, ruled that while the court appreciated his remorse, traffic laws are clear on penalties for such offences. Dangerous overtaking and obstruction of traffic are punishable by fines of up to Ksh100,000 or imprisonment, depending on the circumstances.
“I have considered your mitigation, but the law provides a fine of Ksh100,000. I will therefore impose the maximum penalty,” the magistrate stated in her ruling.
Oduor was ordered to pay the fine immediately before leaving the court.
According to the prosecution, the incident occurred on October 9, 2025, along Oloitoktok Road in Nairobi, where Oduor dangerously overtook a line of vehicles, obstructing traffic flow and putting other motorists at risk.
The court’s decision serves as a warning to drivers who disregard traffic regulations, especially those operating government or VIP vehicles. Authorities have reiterated that no one is above the law and that such reckless actions endanger the lives of other road users.
The judgment has been welcomed by road safety advocates, who view it as a step toward enforcing accountability and discipline on Kenyan roads. They have urged law enforcement agencies to continue cracking down on traffic offenders, regardless of their social or political status
