Geoffrey Mosiria proposes stricter rules for bars, alcohol consumers
By Trizer Lijondo, September 24, 2026Nairobi County Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has called for stricter regulation of bars and alcohol consumption following the death of a man at a bar, where he has raised questions about the establishment’s licensing, operating hours and the alcohol being sold.
In a post shared on Thursday, September 24, 2026, Mosiria said bars operating in residential areas should be properly regulated, while illegal establishments should be closed. He also called for bars to display valid licences and legal documents.
Checks on bars and alcohol
In his remarks, Mosiria said authorities should first establish whether the establishment had a valid licence, noting that the owner had not provided the document.
“We need to investigate if it’s licensed, because the owner did not share the licence,” he said, questioning whether the premises was operating as a bar and restaurant or a nightclub.
Mosiria further said the establishment appeared to be operating for 24 hours, despite being in a residential area.
“To me it appears to be an illegal establishment, because it operates 24 hours,” he said, adding that a bar and restaurant in such an area should operate within the permitted hours.
He also called on KRA officers to inspect the alcohol being sold and establish whether it was genuine and legal.
“Pombe ambayo ipo illegal ama fake alcohol inauzwa Nairobi, Kiambu na surrounding ya Nairobi na imeua watu wengi,” Mosiria said, calling on KRA officials to carry out inspections.
Licensing alcohol consumers
Mosiria also proposed introducing licensing for people who consume alcohol. He said consumers should provide proof that they can cater for health insurance, hospital and rehabilitation bills.
He further proposed that drinkers demonstrate they can meet their basic needs and support their families.
The county official also urged people to avoid using alcohol as a substitute for food or drinking on an empty stomach, saying it can affect appetite and eating habits.
“Ukikunywa… tumbo lazima ishibe,” he said, arguing that drinking without proper food can contribute to a ‘very, very bad appetite’.
Mosiria concluded by calling for difficult decisions to protect the public and future generations, while urging authorities, including the police and DCI, to investigate cases involving alcohol and establishments operating outside regulations.