The governor revealed that an official directive would be issued in the coming week instructing building owners to comply.

While Nairobi has demolished 119 unsafe permanent structures, 10 more are slated for removal following further testing.

Respondents from the survey expressed a strong need for reforms in urban development, particularly focusing on adherence to zoning and building laws.

Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, the Clerk of Parliament, and several MPs reportedly sought refuge in an underground tunnel to escape the enraged crowd.

President William Ruto has declared that the buildings can now be 2 or 30 floors tall.