Mosiria applauds firefighters’ dedication during Kangundo Road station visit
By Ascah Mwango, May 29, 2026Nairobi’s Chief Officer for Citizen Engagement and Customer Service, Geoffrey Mosiria, has praised the preparedness and commitment of firefighters stationed at Kangundo Road Fire Station following a recent inspection visit.
In a statement shared via his Instagram page on Friday, May 29, 2026, Mosiria said he was impressed by the level of readiness displayed by the firefighters, especially at a time when the country is still mourning victims of the deadly Utumishi Girls Academy dormitory fire.
“Today I visited Kangundo Road Fire Station to assess its level of preparedness in case of any disaster or fire outbreak, and I was pleased with the state of readiness demonstrated by our firefighters,” Mosiria stated.
Mosiria commended Nairobi County firefighters for their sacrifice and professionalism, saying emergency responders continue to play a critical role in protecting residents despite the difficult conditions they often work under.
“Nairobi County, under the leadership of H.E. Governor Sakaja Johnson, continues to strengthen emergency response services to ensure residents receive timely assistance whenever disasters occur. I want to commend our brave firefighters for their dedication, sacrifice, and professionalism in serving the people of Nairobi day and night,” he said.
The county official also urged Nairobi residents to support emergency services by keeping roads and access routes clear, warning that blocked roads and illegal structures can slow down rescue missions during critical moments.
In Nairobi, where some roads can already feel like survival contests between matatus, boda bodas and impatient motorists, emergency vehicles often struggle to pass through congested estates and illegally occupied spaces.
“My appeal to Nairobi residents is to support emergency response efforts by avoiding blocking roads with illegal structures, improper parking, or encroachment that may delay fire engines and ambulances from accessing affected areas during emergencies. Safety is a shared responsibility, and together we can build a safer Nairobi for all,” Mosiria added.
Utumishi Girls fire
His visit comes amid growing national concern over fire safety and emergency response systems after the tragic blaze at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, which claimed the lives of 16 students and left dozens injured. Reports indicate the fire broke out shortly after midnight in a dormitory housing more than 200 students.
The tragedy sent shockwaves across the country, with heartbreaking scenes emerging from the school as frightened students ran for safety while thick smoke engulfed the dormitory.
The incident has once again reignited conversations around school safety, overcrowded dormitories and the need for institutions to conduct regular fire drills and emergency preparedness checks.
Meanwhile, investigations into the Utumishi Girls fire are ongoing, with authorities confirming that several students have been questioned over suspected arson. Education officials have since ordered the temporary closure of the school as investigations continue.