Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has spoken after he was stoned and chased away from Toi Market in Kibra by angry traders.
In a post on X, Sakaja said nothing will stop him from helping Nairobi people and pointed fingers at inciters for being behind the stoning incident.
The governor gave his condolences to the families of those killed in the fire incident and promised to support them.
Sakaja thanked first responders for salvaging the market from the inferno, confirming that the city had experienced seven fires during the night the market was on fire.
“Visited traders affected by fire incidents at Toi Market and later at Umoja 2. Poleni sana to all affected and condolences to the bereaved. Sadly, we lost 4 souls in the Toi inferno. We will support their families during this trying time. For the traders, we will rebuild and help you get back to your feet,”
“Thanks to the first responders and all who tried to help salvage the situation. We had a total of 7 fires across the city last night, and all affected will get support. For those who caused incitement, it is well, nothing will stop us from supporting our people.” Sakaja said.
In a viral video, Sakaja can be seen surrounded by his bodyguards who formed a protective shield around him while stones aimed at his head flew in the air.
As stones continued to be hurled at the governor, the security team was forced to fire in the air to disperse the angry crowd.
