Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has donated Sh5 million to Toi Market operators after the fire that led to a loss of unknown value.
He assured the traders that the market will be rebuilt afresh.
The cause of the fire which broke out at about 3am has not yet been established and investigations are currently underway.
Sonko at the same time put land grabbers in Nairobi on notice and called for national unity, as he urged politicians to shun away from bad politics and instead focus on service delivery.
“We are going to withdraw Sh5 million cash and together with my team, we shall start the rebuilding of this market. We do not want to joke especially with people’s lives,” he stated.
The market is a favourite to many Kenyans due to its accessibility and the availability of second-hand clothes, shoes, household goods, fresh fruits and vegetables.