The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has suspended a matatu driver for 90 days following a dramatic incident at Allsops in which the vehicle reportedly invaded a pedestrian walkway.
The matter came to light after a social media user raised an alarm over what was described as a confrontation between the driver and a member of the public who refused to give way after the matatu encroached onto the pedestrian path.
“Happening now at Allsops, drama started when a matatu driver invaded a pedestrian walkway. A brave man refused to give way. We need to speak up against drivers who endanger pedestrians’ lives,” the user posted, tagging NTSA.
Responding to the alert, NTSA said it had taken note of the incident, terming it unfortunate and dangerous.
“Our attention is drawn to the unfortunate incident that puts pedestrians’ lives at risk and damages road infrastructure. We will follow up with the Sacco and update the public on the actions taken,” the Authority said.
In a subsequent update, NTSA confirmed that the driver, attached to a Sacco, had been presented before the Authority for action.
“The driver underwent the required test and did not meet the set standards. As a result, his driving license has been suspended for a period of ninety (90) days,” NTSA said.
NTSA directed that the driver must undergo a medical assessment before undertaking a subsequent retest.
NTSA urged motorists to exercise responsibility on the roads and strictly adhere to traffic regulations, emphasising the need to give priority to pedestrians.
“We commend the public for reporting incidents of reckless driving and for partnering with us in promoting road safety,” the Authority added.
On January 15, NTSA confirmed that both the driver and conductor of a public service vehicle were disengaged by their Sacco following reports of reckless driving.
The driver’s driving licence has also been suspended after failing a mandatory re-test conducted by the authority.
“The Driver's DL has also been suspended after he failed a retest,” NTSA said.
NTSA emphasised that road safety remains a top priority and urged the public to report any instances of reckless driving.
Motorists can provide the vehicle’s registration number, location and date and time of the incident via NTSA’s reporting channels.
The authority encouraged all road users to remain vigilant and participate in promoting safe roads under the #UsalamaBarabarani initiative.
The action was taken after a viral video showed the crew driving recklessly, with the conductor pushing a girl into a roadside ditch, in Riruta, Nairobi.
The incident occurred on December 31, 2025, sparking outrage on social media, with the public demanding action from NTSA.
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