Equality Commission condemns Geoffrey Mosiria for 'exploiting vulnerable street child', calls for action
The video, which has since circulated widely online, shows Mosiria walking through the streets of Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) with a boy who appears intoxicated and disoriented.
The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has raised concerns over a video shared online by Nairobi County's Chief Officer for Environment, Geoffrey Mosiria of a seemingly intoxicated street child.
In a statement issued on Thursday, NGEC condemned Mosiria for exposing the street boy on social media, saying 'exploitative media profiling' goes against the rights and dignity of children.
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“The Commission strongly condemns the disturbing video recorded by the Chief Officer for Environment, showcasing street-connected boys allegedly abusing jet fuel. Let us be clear: children’s pain is not a spectacle,” the Commission said.
In the widely shared video, Mosiria is seen walking through the streets of Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) with the boy, who appears intoxicated and disoriented.
In the clip, Mosiria claims the boy has been abusing jet fuel and asks the public to help identify the child’s guardians.
According to the Commission, such public displays only serve to humiliate and exploit children who are already dealing with extreme challenges.
“Over 46,000 children in Kenya live on the streets, often invisible, marginalised, and criminalised. Many face abuse, addiction, neglect, and systemic discrimination. Article 53 of our Constitution and the Children Act (2022) guarantee every child dignity, protection from harmful exposure, and freedom from exploitative media profiling,” the statement added.
NGEC explained that while the issues affecting street children need attention, public servants must respect the rights of vulnerable groups and avoid using their suffering for public attention or personal branding.
“Public officers parading vulnerable children online violate their rights and further stigmatise rather than support. A camera lens should never replace compassion, policy, or protection.”
Known for his unconventional approach to tackling environmental issues in the capital, Mosiria often showcases his work via social media.
His videos, which feature everything from night club inspections to visits to illegal dumpsites, have drawn praise and criticism.
In recent months, his online presence has made him a popular figure, particularly among city residents who follow his content on TikTok and X.
However, some of these videos have landed him in controversy, such as on June 27, when he was in a standoff with two fruit hawkers near the National Archives.
The traders refused to leave the walkway, despite warnings, leading to a tense exchange captured on camera.
The incident sparked an online spat between Mosiria and Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino, who criticised the treatment of small traders.
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In response, Mosiria accused the lawmaker of politicising the plight of hawkers and using their struggles to gain public sympathy.
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