Three people have been apprehended after Nairobi County Chief Officer for Citizen Engagement and Customer Service Geoffrey Mosiria responded to complaints over the illegal dumping of hazardous medical waste.
In a statement on Monday, July 27, 2026, Mosiria revealed that trio who were linked to two clinics, had been handed over to the police and were awaiting court processing by Nairobi County public health officers.
“Honestly speaking, where did we lose our humanity? I responded to complaints about the illegal dumping of medical waste, where three people from two clinics were arrested and handed over to the police. They are now awaiting processing to court by our county public health officers,” Mosiria said.
Mosiria expressed frustration over what he described as a disturbing disregard for public health, saying the careless disposal of medical waste puts innocent people at risk.
According to the county officer, discarded medical materials, especially those exposed to blood or other bodily fluids, can spread infections and pose serious health dangers to children, waste handlers and members of the public who unknowingly come into contact with them.
Additionally, Mosiria said the case took another worrying turn when some of those implicated allegedly tried to influence the outcome by offering bribes through intermediaries.
“They tried to reach out to me through proxies to offer bribes, and some even attempted to use public health officers to influence the process. Unfortunately, some people are willing to accept bribes from individuals involved in such serious acts,” he added.
Although he did not identify the facilities, Mosiria said he would personally follow up on the matter this week to ensure the legal process continues without interference.
He further stressed that protecting residents from dangerous medical practices remains a top priority for the county administration.
