Geoffrey Mosiria speaks out after Larry Madowo’s viral run-in with Kibra MP
By Steve Ireri, October 11, 2025Nairobi County Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has spoken out following the viral road altercation between CNN International Correspondent Larry Madowo and Kibra MP Peter Orero, calling for accountability and respect for traffic laws among public leaders.
In a video shared on TikTok on Saturday, October 11, 2025, Mosiria questioned why an elected leader would be captured breaking the very laws they are meant to uphold.
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He said that Madowo did the right thing by recording the incident and sharing it publicly, noting that such actions help expose impunity on Kenyan roads.
“Larry Madowo, how do you record an honourable member and post it on social media? I want to say this, and please share this video until it reaches Larry, what he did was the right thing. Record all those people who are breaking the law,” Mosiria said.
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He condemned the behaviour displayed in the viral clip, saying that Members of Parliament are supposed to lead by example rather than mislead citizens.
Mosiria said that those in power should embody integrity and discipline, particularly when it comes to observing traffic regulations and setting the right example for the public.
“Because as Members of Parliament, you are supposed to lead by doing what is right. You are the ones who make these laws, so why do you break them? Why do we mislead instead of leading by example?”
In his address, Mosiria said that he had seen the video circulating online, with many Kenyans tagging him to respond.
He commended Madowo’s boldness and said he was ready to personally deliver the footage to State House so that appropriate action could be taken against the MP’s driver.
“I have seen that video, and many people have tagged me asking me to respond. Larry Madowo, please save that video on a flash drive, and I will personally take it to State House so that the driver can be held accountable,” Mosiria added.
Traffic rules
Mosiria urged leaders to restrain their drivers from violating traffic rules, regardless of urgency or position.
He said that even in cases of emergency, VIP convoys should follow protocol by sending a security aide to inform other motorists rather than endangering lives.
“Honourable Members, I urge you, if your drivers are breaking the law, please stop them, no matter how urgent your situation is. If it is an emergency where someone’s life is at risk, let your bodyguard step out and explain to the other motorists that you are rushing a patient or heading to an urgent engagement.”
The environment chief further cautioned motorists against ignoring ambulances or using sirens deceitfully, noting that some cases of reckless driving in the name of urgency have cost innocent lives.
He said that ambulances driving the wrong way without a genuine emergency should also face action, as misuse of sirens undermines the seriousness of real crises.
“But again, I want to say that we should all follow the law. Also, when you see an ambulance with its siren on, please give way. Most of the time it is an emergency. Even though there are some cases where people misuse sirens without a patient on board, still, allow them to pass because it could be going to save a life,” Mosiria lamented.
Mosiria also appealed to all Kenyans, including leaders, to respect the law and act responsibly.
He said that MPs who have been captured in such incidents owe Kenyans an apology, as leadership should be guided by service, humility, and adherence to the same rules that govern every citizen.
“However, if you see an ambulance driving on the wrong side and then parking somewhere while the driver starts chatting casually, report that ambulance so that action can be taken. We must all be law-abiding citizens. But to the honourable Member, please apologise to the people of Kenya,” Mosiria stated.