‘Hii ni mbaya!’ Mosiria urges Parliament to regulate coffin transportation after Thika Road encounter
By William Muthama, August 8, 2026Nairobi City County Chief Officer for Citizen Engagement and Customer Service Geoffrey Mosiria has urged Parliament to consider regulations governing the transportation of coffins on Kenyan roads after he encountered a vehicle carrying uncovered coffins along Thika Road.
In a video shared on X on Saturday, August 8, 2026, Mosiria questioned why the coffins had not been covered, arguing that doing so would help protect other road users while preserving the dignity of the deceased.
Mosiria raised concerns that the sight of uncovered coffins could startle motorists and other road users, potentially creating dangerous situations on busy highways.
Mosiria raises road safety concerns
Mosiria said motorists can be caught off guard when they suddenly encounter uncovered coffins while driving, particularly on busy roads with heavy traffic.
“Unaendesha gari kwa barabara kidogo unastukia gari ya coffin iko kando yako,” Mosiria said.
He argued that the sight could be particularly distressing for people travelling in matatus, including patients heading to hospitals.
“Unajua kuna drivers wanaweza kuwa wako na pressure aone coffin kama hizi ya cause accident, upanic,” he said.
Mosiria also questioned whether motorists should have to encounter such sights while concentrating on the road.
Calls for coffins to be covered
Mosiria called for coffins being transported along busy roads to be properly covered.
“There is some dignity. Yaani ile tu kuficha,” he said, arguing that covering them would not only protect other road users but also preserve the dignity of the deceased.
“Whenever you transport coffins, ensure you cover them well because there are people, there are sick people in these vehicles along the road,” he added.
Transporter explains why coffins were uncovered
During the encounter, Mosiria spoke to the person transporting the coffins and asked why they had not been covered.
“Hii vitu hauwezi funika?” he asked.
The transporter explained that covering the coffins with a tarpaulin could cause it to stick and affect the paint.
“Ukifunika kandarua itastick,” the transporter responded.
Mosiria, however, maintained that alternative arrangements could be considered to ensure the coffins are not openly visible to motorists and passengers.
Mosiria is urging Parliament to examine the issue and consider clear regulations governing the transportation of coffins on Kenyan roads.
He argued that such regulations could guide funeral transporters while protecting motorists and passengers from unnecessary distractions.
“Whenever you are transporting them, ensure you fully cover them to protect the lives of the people who are using these roads,” Mosiria said.