Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has apologized for the chaos and drama caused by the effects of the Matatus being banned from the CBD. Kenyans had to walk for long distances to work for long distances to work on Monday as day one of the ban took effect.
But Sonko has now apologized to pedestrians saying the move was not meant to punish them but restore order in the public transport sector.
Sonko who was speaking during a session with the Senate Public Investment Committee, stated that the initiative is for the long-term good of the county.
“Over the months we have been going to Kigali, Dubai, New York to benchmark, why are we wasting tax payers’ money if we are not implementing all these issues, we are going to learn there. I know people are suffering and I request for patience from commuters. We are going to work on an amicable permanent solution to address this issue,” he said.
The Nairobi Governor urged commuters to be patient as the process of regaining the glory of Nairobi continues. “Mr Chair even if you go to the restaurant today and you want an omelette, before it is prepared, an egg has to be broken. Our people are now suffering, but we are very considerate of this fact.”
He restated that good things do not come easy. “Before anything good happens, it is painful and I understand that people are suffering walking from Ngara to town or Muthurwa to town. We have invested a lot on transport. We are very considerate leaders and our intention is not to punish Kenyans.”
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