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Mosiria longs to see active and lively nightclubs in Nairobi CBD
14th January, 2026 01:29 AM
To the lovers of party and merry-making who do not understand why Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) has lately felt dull and quiet, Geoffrey Mosiria has a message for you.
Taking to his Facebook page on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the Head of the Customer Care Department in Nairobi County regretted that most nightclubs are no longer operating in the city centre, arguing that the shift has drained Nairobi of its once-vibrant nightlife.
Mosiria said many people keep complaining that Nairobi’s nightlife is dead, yet the same city continues to tolerate illegal entertainment joints operating inside residential estates.
CBD nightclub vision
According to him, most of these outlets are licensed only as bars and restaurants and are required by law to close by 11:00 pm, but they ignore their licences and run as full nightclubs deep into the night.
He explained that when county enforcement teams move in to restore order, they often face resistance not only from business owners but also from a section of residents, despite the clear violations.
Mosiria said this contradiction is what continues to hold Nairobi back from becoming a well-organised and vibrant global city.
Mosiria argued that relocating clubs and nightlife entertainment to the CBD and other designated zones would breathe life back into the city.
“Moving clubs and nightlife entertainment to the CBD and designated zones will light up our city, make Nairobi lively again, and transform it into a 24-hour economy,” he said.
He added that a well-planned nightlife economy has the potential to create millions of jobs, improve security through active night-time presence, and significantly boost Nairobi’s economy.
According to Mosiria, when streets remain active at night, criminals find it harder to operate, making the city safer for everyone.
Call to business owners
The county official also made a direct appeal to club owners who continue to set up in residential areas, urging them to move their businesses to the city centre where they belong.
“I am calling upon owners of these establishments to relocate to the CBD and allow residents to enjoy peace and rest in their homes,” Mosiria said.
He maintained that a vibrant nightlife and a livable city can coexist if there is order, planning and respect for the law.
As Nairobi looks for ways to revive its economy and attract more local and international visitors, Mosiria believes bringing back nightlife to the CBD could be one of the bold steps that restore the city’s lost glow.
