Comedian and activist Eric Omondi has pleaded not guilty to charges of obstructing traffic , contrary to Section 58(c) of the Kenya Roads Act.
According to reports, the comedian is accused of unlawfully interfering with the movement of vehicles along Kimathi Street in Nairobi on May 18, 2026.
The prosecution alleged that he offloaded 120 empty 10-litre plastic jerricans from an Isuzu lorry (registration number KAR 508Y), thereby disrupting the free flow of traffic.
However, his legal team, comprising Danstan Omari, Babu Owino, and Mango, urged the court to grant him favourable bond terms, arguing, that the offence is bailable and that there were no compelling reasons to justify his continued detention.
Additionally, Omari told the court that the jerricans were intended for distribution to members of the public to assist them in fetching and storing water.
He further noted that many Kenyans rely on such containers for their daily water needs.
Babu Owino also informed the court that Omondi was arrested under questionable circumstances, claiming that police officers removed him from a flight before arresting him.
He therefore urged the court to release Omondi on a personal bond, adding that law enforcement agencies should prioritise more serious criminal matters.
Fortunately, the prosecution did not oppose bail application, but arguing that Omondi had previously been summoned but failed to comply, leading to his arrest.
They also clarified that he had not boarded the flight at the time he was arrested.
In response to the argument, the court granted Omondi release on a personal bond of Ksh 100,000.
