The government has called on boda boda riders to keep off pedestrian walkways and respect spaces designated for people on foot.
In a statement on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, the government spokesperson, Isaac Mwaura, reminded riders that sidewalks are intended for pedestrians and should not be used as alternative routes to avoid traffic or to access restricted areas.
“Dear nduthi riders, let’s respect walkways and keep them safe for those on foot. Bodabodas belong on the road, not on pedestrian paths. Sidewalks ni za pedestrians sio nduthi,” the statement read.
Mosiria
His remarks come days after the Nairobi County Chief Officer for Citizen Engagement and Customer Service, Geoffrey Mosiria, called out Boda Boda riders operating within the Nairobi Central Business District for often riding on the wrong side of the road.
In a post on his official X account on Saturday, February 14, 2026, Mosiria noted a growing habit among riders that has often put their lives and their passengers at risk.
“It is deeply concerning and unfortunate that most bodaboda riders operating within Nairobi CBD have developed the habit of riding on the wrong side of the road, putting their own lives, their passengers, and other road users at serious risk,” Mosiria said.
Mosiria explained that he had witnessed the rogue operations in CBD and had verified complaints about alleged harassment and illegal arrests by the county inspectorate team.
On his part, Mosiria noted that many riders often violate traffic rules, explaining that statistics show at least 348 bodabodas using the wrong side within a short time.
“From my spot checks, the reality was clear: many riders are deliberately violating traffic rules. Within a short time, we recorded 348 bodabodas using the wrong side of the road. Out of these, 253 were stopped, turned away, and advised to immediately return to the correct lane, while several others fled upon noticing enforcement officers,” he added.
Moving forward, Mosiria cautioned that the enforcement will be strict and uncompromising, and any bodaboda found breaking traffic rules, especially riding on the wrong side.
According to Mosiria, any rider found guilty will face immediate arrest, with the passenger included, and the motorbike impounded.
Mosiria explained that arresting the passengers would send a strong message and encourage them to demand compliance with traffic rules.
“Arresting the passenger is intentional because they enable this lawlessness by accepting unsafe rides. This measure will send a strong message and encourage passengers to demand compliance with traffic rules,” Mosiria said.
