Nairobi County Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has expressed strong concern after a viral video captured a woman pole dancing in the heart of the city’s Central Business District. The footage, widely shared on social media, sparked public debate and prompted Mosiria to address what he described as a worrying display of behaviour in a public space frequented by children and families.
Mosiria said the incident was deeply troubling and highlighted how such displays could influence young people negatively. He revealed that residents flooded his WhatsApp with messages about the clip, urging him not to interfere with the woman’s “hustle” but also seeking clarity on how such acts were being allowed in the CBD. He said, “I’ve just received the 79th message on my WhatsApp from a City resident, all of them saying the same thing as the previous 78… ‘Wanasema nisijaribu ku-interfere na hustle ya huyu Babes hapa CBD!’ Jameni, I usually mind my own business, but sasa hapa naona itabidi mnisaidie kuelewa nini kweli inaendelea… Kabla hawa wasee wanichomee simu na strict warnings. Hii Nairobi imeanza kunitisha, huwa najionea maajabu.”
Why Is Mosiria Calling for Immediate Action?
After reviewing the situation and speaking with various stakeholders, Mosiria stressed that the behaviour seen in the video goes against what should be acceptable in a public city environment. He said, “Honestly, this is too much, and it shouldn’t be allowed to happen, especially in the CBD, where children are seeing what they shouldn’t be seeing. This is promoting immorality indirectly.”
He added that ignoring such incidents could set a dangerous precedent. “If we allow this to continue, A** K** will be next in our streets, na water boozer. To protect our environment and morals, some things shouldn’t be entertained in the CBD where we have young children who must be shielded from such bad behaviours.”
Mosiria underlined that these acts, if unchecked, risk normalising indecency in areas that symbolize national identity. He urged both city authorities and Nairobi residents to uphold standards that safeguard public morality and ensure the city remains a respectable environment for all.
Mosiria reminded the public that Kenyan law prohibits public stripping and any form of indecent exposure in open spaces. He warned that failing to respond now could compromise the ethical framework that guides Nairobi’s public spaces. “We must draw clear boundaries on what is acceptable in public spaces, especially in a city that represents the face of our nation. If we fail to act now, we risk normalising behaviours that corrupt our values and expose our children to influences they should never encounter. Our responsibility is to safeguard both the dignity of our city and the morality of the next generation,” he said.
By Risper Akinyi